Town of Newfields Mailbox Requirements

Required location of mailboxes or newspaper delivery boxes as follows:

1. Shall be on right side of road in direction of delivery travel.
2. Servicing vehicle should be removed from roadway.
3. Mailbox face must be no closer than edge of shoulder (4’ from edge of roadway).
4. Mailbox should not block sight distance.
5. Mailbox should be mounted 4 feet above mail stop surface.
6. Claims for damage shall be supported with photographs showing damage to include a measurement display from shoulder edge to mailbox face. (per item 3 above)

The Town of Newfields will make efforts to avoid damaging your mailbox during snow removal and/or road maintenance.  Following these guidelines will reduce the likelihood of mailbox damage.