New coop build advice

[Jaeke320]

Hi everyone I have a 8x12 shed that I’m turning into a chicken coop with chicken runs on each side. I would love your thoughts on how and what would be beneficial. I have 22 girls Thanks so much

 

[nuthatched]

Lots of ventilation, under the eaves and roof peak ventilation is a must. At least one square foot of ventilation per bird.
1 nest box per 3-4 birds, 16" of roost bar per bird.

 

[Theorrin]

I would use welded wire instead of chicken wire. It's a bit more expensive but holds up to many years to come. I would also suggest if you have a predator problem to wire over the top to keep the hawks and climber out and to trench and concrete in the wire at the bottom.

 

[Jaeke320]

Hi everyone I have a 8x12 shed that I’m turning into a chicken coop with chicken runs on each side. I would love your thoughts on how and what would be beneficial. I have 22 girls Thanks so much

Lots of ventilation, under the eaves and roof peak ventilation is a must. At least one square foot of ventilation per bird.
1 nest box per 3-4 birds, 16" of roost bar per bird.

Thank you for replying! This is great! I’m new to backyard chickens. I opened an account a while back but not really active! I’m really gonna use this! Such amazing content!

 

[aart]

Is that an interior wall I see thru the door?

I have 22 girls

8x12 might be a bit tight for 22 birds.
Would help if your runs are weather and predator proof.

Oh, and... Welcome to BYC! @Jaeke320
Where in this world are you located?
Climate, and time of year, is almost always a factor.
Please add your general geographical location to your profile.
It's easy to do, and then it's always there!

 

[Jaeke320]

Lots of ventilation, under the eaves and roof peak ventilation is a must. At least one square foot of ventilation per bird.
1 nest box per 3-4 birds, 16" of roost bar per bird.

I would use welded wire instead of chicken wire. It's a bit more expensive but holds up to many years to come. I would also suggest if you have a predator problem to wire over the top to keep the hawks and climber out and to trench and concrete in the wire at the bottom.

 

[Jaeke320]

Is that an interior wall I see thru the door?


8x12 might be a bit tight for 22 birds.
Would help if your runs are weather and predator proof.

Oh, and... Welcome to BYC! @Jaeke320
Where in this world are you located?
Climate, and time of year, is almost always a factor.
Please add your general geographical location to your profile.
It's easy to do, and then it's always there!
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Thank you Yes it is but not permanent. Anything can be added or changed. I will add my info. Your amazing! I feel confident now that I’ll have a well constructed coop

 

[Jaeke320]

Thank you Yes it is but not permanent. Anything can be added or changed. I will add my info. Your amazing! I feel confident now that I’ll have a well constructed coop

I have a barn with 100+ chickens, so this is not my first. Very large barn. This is for my backyard. I have someone who is needing chickens very soon because she thinks that two are not going to make it, so I’m holding them for her

 

[aart]

I have a barn with 100+ chickens, so this is not my first. Very large barn. This is for my backyard.

How long have you had that many chickens and what are they for?
Are they on a different property than where you live?

 

[Jaeke320]

How long have you had that many chickens and what are they for?
Are they on a different property than where you live?

2 years; supply of eggs for families, and hatching. Yes they are on our property. The farm is connected to our property.