Chicken Coop Plans Principles

Having built a few chicken houses already I thought I share with you some of the underlying principles one needs to keep in mind regarding chicken coop plans. These principles will  come in handy if you are unaware of how to build a chicken coop, but even experienced builders might benefit from it. Following these guidelines will help you raise healthy chickens and keep your endeavours successful:

Weather- Chickens need to be protected from cold drafts, rains and other types of poor weaather, hence you should consider the local weather when beginning your chicken coop plans. Keeping the inside of the coop from drafts is the first step, but you also need to make sure that once protected, the inside needs to have a proper ventilation as well so it wont overheat and fresh air circulates. Well thought out chicken coop plans conside local weather conditions right from the start.
Predators- In rural areas foxes, while in urban areas dogs may pose threat to your chickens. You need to use chicken wires or a fence around the coop and on the floor, so predators cannot dig under your chicken coop and wont pose a threat to your chicken farm. Use wires or fence to seal all holes, and make the fence high enough so your chickens cannot fly over it. Protection from predators should be one of the most important aspects of your chicken coop plans.
Legislation- Local laws usually limit the number of chickens or roosters you may raise in your backyard or farm. Urban area laws usually limit your chicken farm to 5 chickens and no roosters. Inquire at the local town hall for exact numbers. Be patient with your neighbors as well, as they may not appreciate your new found pass time right away.

With these principles in mind, you are now ready to start actually jotting down your chicken coop plans, and then collecting the tools needed to start building your chicken house.

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