Low-level Letter Boxes (Prohibition) Bill

A Bill to amend building regulations to require letter boxes in new buildings to be positioned above a certain height; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

6 March 2019

In Plain English

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This Bill would require letter boxes in new buildings to be placed above a defined minimum height, effectively banning low-level letter boxes in new developments. It would amend building regulations to set this height and cover related purposes. It is a Commons-originating measure and is currently at the second reading in the House of Commons.

Key Points

Proposes amending building regulations to set a minimum height for letter boxes in new buildings.
Seeks to prohibit the installation of low-level letter boxes in new developments.
Applies to new builds and any connected regulatory changes.
Originated in the House of Commons; currently at the 2nd reading stage.
Impacts builders, developers, architects and others involved in new-build projects.

Progress

The bill is at the second reading in the Commons. If it progresses, it would move to committee stage for detailed scrutiny before potential further readings.

Who is affected?

Residents and occupants of new buildingsHomeowners and landlords of new propertiesBuilders, developers and construction firmsArchitects and building designersPostal/delivery services and mail carriersLocal authorities and planning departmentsHousing associations and property managers

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Low-level Letter Boxes (Prohibition)

1 Jan 1970

The Bill was read and discharged. Bill withdrawn on Tuesday 5 March 2019.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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