DIY Coop for under $50

[aliusa]

Hey All,

Just sharing my coop design. I wanted to build something under $50 and here is what I came up with:

The roof opens ups for access and has two nesting areas (unlike the 3 mentioned in the original design). It has a trap door that leads to the bottom which can be closed to make more room if necessary. I was worried the chicks wouldn't be able to figure out how to get inside but after day 3 they were experts

So far has held up great in New York weather and have kept the chick safe from raccoons, foxes, cats, etc.

Thanks!

 

[Mamatomany123]

Looks nice. What are the dimensions? Definitely needs more ventilation.

 

[Mamatomany123]

Oops sorry, just saw the dimensions. So 12 sq ft? Would work for 3 birds if you could make the run bigger

 

[aliusa]

@Mamatomany123 Only built this for silkies chicks I wanted to keep separate from the older hens. I have a larger 10x10 coop with a 100' run which I will eventually move them to.

There gaps on the sides and the pitch for airflow but I also ended up making a vent window in the back. Thanks for the comments!