There is no recommended distance, however common sense would suggest not too close as you don’t want to encourage other animals to investigate the nest box – eg rats
To encourage a hog to use a box put bedding ( leaves, hay etc ) near but not in the box as hogs prefer to make their own nests.
Also don’t be suprised if the box isn’t used for a year or two as it gets acclimated into your garden and loses human scent.
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