Standing could make a permanent return at all levels of the Football League after its 72 clubs were sent a document canvassing their opinion on the issue.
It is currently allowed in Leagues One and Two but Championship grounds must be all-seater after a club has played in the second tier for three seasons.
Ipswich, Colchester and Southend all play home matches in all-seated stadiums. None of the clubs have yet to comment.
The consultation paper was sent to all Football League clubs on Friday.
The clubs, who had asked for more information about standing, will debate the issue at a meeting in February.
"It is now over to the clubs to get their views," said Football League chief executive Shaun Harvey.
"Speaking personally, I do not have strong views on this and it is genuinely a matter for the clubs."
It is currently allowed in Leagues One and Two but Championship grounds must be all-seater after a club has played in the second tier for three seasons.
Ipswich, Colchester and Southend all play home matches in all-seated stadiums. None of the clubs have yet to comment.
The consultation paper was sent to all Football League clubs on Friday.
The clubs, who had asked for more information about standing, will debate the issue at a meeting in February.
"It is now over to the clubs to get their views," said Football League chief executive Shaun Harvey.
"Speaking personally, I do not have strong views on this and it is genuinely a matter for the clubs."