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What Property Developers Need to Know About USPS Mailbox Rules
Sunday June 22, 2025
Developers and builders: avoid costly delays, failed inspections, and last-minute retrofits by understanding exactly what the USPS requires for centralized mail delivery in new construction. This comprehensive guide walks you through every critical element—parcel locker ratios, ADA height and clearance rules, site layout and anchoring requirements, and USPS approval protocols—so you can plan confidently, pass inspection the first time, and keep your project timeline on track.
Read the Full USPS Compliance Guide for DevelopersSmart Planning for CBU Placement
Monday June 16, 2025
Mailbox placement isn’t just about USPS specs—it’s about integrating smoothly with your landscaping, walkways, and curb appeal. Learn how to plan around existing features, avoid obstructions, and maintain ADA compliance. How to plan your cluster mailbox installation to complement landscaping, walkways, and overall community design.
Learn About CBU PlanningHOA Mailbox Replacements: When to Upgrade and Why It Pays Off
Sunday June 01, 2025
Outdated mailboxes don’t just look bad—they create real problems for communities. From USPS non-compliance to resident frustration and rising maintenance costs, aging mailbox systems are a liability. This guide explains how to recognize when it’s time to upgrade, what your HOA gains by switching to modern cluster box units (CBUs), and how to do it right.
Explore HOA Mailbox Upgrade SolutionsAn Introduction to the Different Types of Mailboxes
Friday November 26, 2021
The United States Postal Service (USPS) is responsible for delivering mail to over 160 million addresses per year. Some of these addresses consist of homes or apartments, whereas others consist of businesses and commercial properties. Regardless, they all have a mailbox where USPS couriers can drop off mail. There are many different types of mailboxes, however. While you might be familiar with traditional curbside mailboxes, you might be surprised to learn about the alternative mailboxes supported by the USPS.
Does the USPS Allow Wall-Mounted Mailboxes?
Monday November 23, 2020
Mailboxes are an important part of all neighborhoods and residential communities. Without them, residents won't be able to send or receive mail -- at least not without visiting a local post office. If you're developing a neighborhood or residential community, though, you might be wondering whether wall-mounted mailboxes are allowed. The United States Postal Service (USPS) has rules regarding the use of mailboxes, but that doesn't necessarily mean they prohibit the use wall-mounted mailboxes.