| People who live in urban environments are raising | | | | them fresh eggs or meat might help to grease the |
| backyard chickens as part of the current green trend. | | | | wheels should there be some objections. |
| There are many benefits to raising your own flock, | | | | Once the local government and neighbors are |
| but Before rushing out to purchase them do your | | | | satisfied it's time to plan the coop. There are plenty |
| homework. A little research is required as the breeds | | | | of chicken coop plans around that are suited to urban |
| and the requirements of those breeds are varied. | | | | environments. Yard size, budget and skill set will have |
| Urban chicken Coop plans are as varied as the type | | | | to be taken into consideration when choosing the |
| of chickens. Most importantly you want to stay with | | | | type of coop best suited. |
| in the local by-laws in your area.first look at Local | | | | Third explore Chicken Coops designed for urban |
| By-laws regarding backyard poultry. many cities and | | | | environments. these are generally sized to hold |
| towns prohibit the raising of backyard poultry. | | | | anywhere from 3-6 birds. For cold weather climates, |
| Breaking the animal by-law may get you into legal hot | | | | they have to be winterized, since most people don't |
| water with a fine and having your chickens | | | | want keep chickens in their house or basement in the |
| confiscated. Many urban centers are getting on board | | | | winter. A heated garage if available may be perfect |
| with backyard farming and do allow people to keep | | | | for this.This is a case where the most cost-effective |
| only a few hens. Most cities prohibit the keeping of | | | | coop would be one that is portable for all seasons. |
| roosters for obvious reasons. | | | | Find other people who are urban farming. Seek out |
| Second you need to talk to neighbors - They might | | | | chicken clubs and online forums that are active - |
| be the people that may object to the noise and | | | | these are the people who have been there done |
| slight odor that may come from your yard. Promising | | | | that and are good resources to help get started. |