What are the USPS (post office) rules for delivering mail into a mail box or mail slot? Where do I find them?
February 112010
I have had intermittent problems with USPS mail delivery at my home. It is a single family residence in a large suburb. The latest problem really irks me. I do tend to get an above average amount of mail each day. So, I installed a brass mail slot in my front door – standard size – 2" x 7.5 inches. Nearly everything will fit through, although it may take two or three batches of mail to put it through (if there is a lot of mail on a given day). Magazines can be folded over just like in a standard mailbox. This week I found two different situations. First, the mail was stuck in the slot – half way in and half way out. Second, the mail was just placed on the ridge between the front door and the storm/screen door in front of it. Today, with 30 mph winds in the area – I opened the storm door to have the mail go flying out everywhere.
What are the rules regarding where the postal delivery person has to put the mail? Where can I find them? Thanks.
The other answer is correct – you need to contact your Postmaster. It may depend where you live, but many carriers would not be required to put mail through a slot in your door. Guidelines are pretty specific on what carriers can and don’t have to do; your Postmaster is the only person who can give you the specifics for your city.
February 12th, 2010 at 4:23 am
contact your post office. the post master of your office should be able to help with your situation.
you could also try the web site. http://www.usps.com.
good luck.
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February 12th, 2010 at 5:04 am
The other answer is correct – you need to contact your Postmaster. It may depend where you live, but many carriers would not be required to put mail through a slot in your door. Guidelines are pretty specific on what carriers can and don’t have to do; your Postmaster is the only person who can give you the specifics for your city.
References :
Postal worker.