Duplex - 1 mailbox/1 address
I just closed on a house that used to be a single family, but was converted to a duplex. There is only 1 mailbox and 1 address.
We attempted to have a second address assigned to the property but ran into some issues so We would like to add a second mailbox and add unit A and unit B.
Does anyone have experience with this? Is it a simple as just purchasing the mailbox? Do we need to notify USPS?
#1 All Forums Contributor
- Investor
- Virginia
@Chantelle Lewis
When you say you went to have a second address assigned who did you go to?
Is it a legal duplex?
Yes go to the usps and your county as well
The county typically addresses a duplex differently for life safety / emergency services needs.
#3 House Hacking Contributor
- Real Estate Agent
- Los Angeles, CA
USPS will want something proving that it is a legal second unit.
That's what we had to do with our ADU.
The mail-people will not deliver to separate mail boxes.
Alternatively, you can try adding a second mailbox right next to the existing one with labels and see if the mail-person would deliver. However, if it isn't permitted, now you are telling the world and that could be an issue with building and safety.
