6. Weather Protection
The chicken coop can also be protected against strong winds to shelter your chickens from the harsh winter weather.
It would be best also to plan where the chicken coop would be positioned in the backyard to help it protect against strong winds and cold temperatures.
7. Roosting Poles
It is important to have roosting poles inside the chicken coop for your chickens to rest at night. However, you must make sure to have enough space for them to move around freely and stand on top of their perches.
8. Options for Feeding
One of the things you need to consider is how you will feed your chickens. Many chicken coop plans will provide you with an area for feeding and water.
If your chickens are housed indoors, you will need to consider a special type of chicken feed.
