Are at-home mail delivery and street address implementation the same thing?

No, the City has separated at-home mail delivery from street address implementation. The process to implement at-home mail delivery and street address assignments are two separate processes; the City has no intention of engaging the USPS for the at-home mail delivery process. 

I do not want the 5th Ave. post office to close, will implementing street addresses force it to close?

No. The City has purposefully communicated with the USPS to reinforce its intention to keep the 5th Ave. US Post Office open and operational for the community.

Would I still be able to pick up my mail at the 5th Ave. post office? 

Yes, the current “centralized delivery” mail system will continue with PO Box mail delivery.

Would I automatically have at-home mail delivery?

No, at-home mail delivery will not be implemented.

Will USPS Cluster Box Unit Mailboxes (sometimes called “gang mailboxes”) be installed?

No. Cluster Box Units will not be installed because of street address implementation. The USPS would use the already established Central Delivery System of PO Box mail delivery using the existing infrastructure and developed process.

What does the CA Fire Code require for address identification?

Link to to CA Fire Code: 2022 CA Fire Code, Ch. 5

What are the CA Building Code requirements for address identification?

Link to CA Building Code: 2022 CA Building Code, Section 502.1

What are the USPS requirements for standard street addresses?

Please see the resource titled, Street Addressing Conventions.

Who would be responsible for assigning street addresses in Carmel-by-the-Sea?

The City’s Planning and Building Department will be responsible for street address numbers assignment.

Would I also be able to keep my current house name sign posted?

Of course! Please note that the current CMC Signs standards will still apply to house name signs.

How will I know the process for street address implementation?

If the process is initiated, City staff will hold informational sessions to explain the steps and roadmap to implementation.