Below what altitude must you decline a LAHSO clearance?

Declining a Land and Hold Short Operations (LAHSO) clearance is required when an aircraft is below 1,000 feet. This regulation is in place because operating at altitudes lower than 1,000 feet can lead to safety issues if a conflict arises with other aircraft, especially in busy airspace where holding short of an intersecting runway is critical for maintaining separation.

At altitudes below this threshold, pilots are generally closer to the ground and may not have sufficient maneuvering space or time to safely comply with the LAHSO directives if unexpected situations occur. Thus, pilots must be vigilant; if they receive a LAHSO clearance while under 1,000 feet, they should ensure they are aware of their options and protocol to either accept or decline the clearance safely.