Oh, PS, a few extra tips on building a coop:
1. try to put it on high ground, so it won't be sitting in mud puddles after rain or snow;
2. try to place it so it gets the prevailing breezes blowing through, but the storm winds are blocked. You can use your local National Weather Service website...
Glad to meet you, PJ. If you haven't already found a coop design that suits you, try looking at this article. It's about ventilation, which is key in designing a coop and keeping birds healthy all year. But the best thing about the article is it has links to a number of coops with plans, all...