09-15-2020, 09:54 PM
Plan is to construct an 8x8 coop with slanted roof covered in spare tin roof panels which are in decent shape. Front will be 4 feet from floor and rear wall 5 feet. Want to raise the coop at least 2 feet off the ground. The space below is a place for chickens to take cover from rain and sun as well as a place for feeders and water. Will also add a run for the chickens constructed of 2x4's and wire.
Chose a sunny flat location with solid ground and excellent drainage (Hawaiian Acres). Need some advice on setting the foundation. Should we use foundation blocks or pier blocks with straps? Can they be set on the ground on gravel added below blocks or piers?
Used these plans as a guide for floor and support below which is 3 4x4's as skids and 2x4 joists with 3/4 plywood floor.
http://www.i4at.org/surv/poultry.htm (also attached as pdf)
Mahalo
Robert
Chose a sunny flat location with solid ground and excellent drainage (Hawaiian Acres). Need some advice on setting the foundation. Should we use foundation blocks or pier blocks with straps? Can they be set on the ground on gravel added below blocks or piers?
Used these plans as a guide for floor and support below which is 3 4x4's as skids and 2x4 joists with 3/4 plywood floor.
http://www.i4at.org/surv/poultry.htm (also attached as pdf)
Mahalo
Robert