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Looks great. Just make sure you leave at least a 3 inch space between the walls and the roof, all the way around, to maximize your ventilation. Nice and sheltered location, with pre-existing wind blocks. Are your stairs open like that in real-life? If so, you will need to use something to keep...

No insulation. Don't need it. And chickens love to eat that stuff. Just not worth the added expense.

I live in a similar climate. Right on the coast. Near constant rain. Severe wind. Never really properly warm, but never really freezing cold either. Venting at the roof line and at the gables works best. And you need a good roof overhang to keep any rain from blowing in through the vents.

Yep.

They will need a secure shelter of at least 24 sq ft, not including nest boxes.

A few issues for you to take into consideration. First is ventilation. Chickens require a LOT of ventilation. A lot more than most realize. Second is space, especially in relation to ventilation, roosts, and nest boxes. Venting needs to be at least a foot above roosting level. Roosts should be...