(well Martinez) We also live in town and we have several hens. (14 at the moment) We LOVE them! We had a roo until a couple months ago. (probably not supposed to but we hated to part w/ him til he got mean) I kept asking the neighbors if he bothered them and they said no. I told them to let me know if he ever did and we'd get rid of him and they never complained. To be honest my one neighbor complained when we got rid of him, he said he talked w/ him every morning! lol! I'm not an expert yet but I'd be glad to help you any way I can since we are so close!
Welcome to BYC! I commend you on the home schooling and self sufficiency. You'll find a LOT of information in here and a bunch of very helpful members. You'll find yourself checking this site before bed and again in the morning. Please post pictures of your coop/run when you can.