Have you frequently wondered why the mailman has problem delivering your correspondence? Or have you always waited for an crucial transportation just to find out that it was not delivered due to deficiency of access to the mailbox? It turns out that the unreliable location and non-labelling of mailboxes is simply a serious problem that Poczta Polska is facing. The deficiency of boxes, their incorrect location and the failure to supply the message carrier with the appropriate codes or keys creates serious difficulties in the transportation of correspondence. Moreover, this could consequence in a financial punishment of up to PLN 10,000!
Obligation of property owners
Under the Postal Law Act, any owner of the property on which the residential building is located is required to place the mailbox in an easy accessible place. This right derives from the request to guarantee free access for mailmen and the qualitative and effective transportation of correspondence. In the case of single-family buildings, the box shall be located in front of the door of the building or in the public area of the property. However, in multi-family buildings with more than 3 premises, boxes should be located in a public area, providing each tenant with a separate mailbox.
Problems in the transportation of correspondence
One of the most common problems faced by mailmen is the deficiency of access to the property due to winning settlements. frequently the mailboxes are placed behind the gates of fenced settlements, making it impossible for mailmen to supply free mail. In addition, any cooperatives and housing communities are reluctant to make codes or keys available to mailmen, making it hard to access mailboxes.
Polish Post Office Appeal
Poczta Polska calls on property owners and settlement managers to be aware of and cooperate in ensuring appropriate conditions for the transportation of correspondence. In case of hard access to postal boxes, The Post Office takes steps to remind the owners of the obligations of the property, besides cooperating with municipal offices. 1 example of actions undertaken by the Polish Post Office is the request to place mailboxes in accordance with the applicable regulations and to supply appropriate codes or keys allowing free access.
Solutions facilitating the transportation of correspondence
In order to facilitate the transportation of correspondence, Poczta Polska offers a number of services, specified as Recommended for Box or e-INFO:avio. The recommended service in the mailbox allows you to upload addressed message straight into the mailbox, eliminating the request for individual reception in the post office. On the another hand, e-INFO:awizo allows you to receive information about waiting for a shipment in a post office via SMS or e-mail. With these services, recipients can follow the position of their shipments and avoid unnecessary visits to post offices.
Property owners are required to guarantee free access to postal boxes, which is crucial for the efficient transportation of correspondence. The deficiency of appropriate placement of the boxes and the failure to supply the message carrier with the appropriate codes or keys creates serious difficulties in the mailman's operation and may consequence in financial penalties. Therefore, Poczta Polska calls for public awareness and cooperation of all curious parties to guarantee efficient and effective transportation of correspondence.
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Punishment of even PLN 10 1000 for unmarked mailboxes