CoopCraft

Chicken Coop Plans

Instant-download PDF blueprints with complete materials lists and step-by-step build instructions — sized for real backyards and priced for first-time builders.

Every plan in our shop is a single PDF you can print and bring to Home Depot, Lowe's, or your local lumber yard. Each one includes:

  • Full materials list with 2026 lumber and hardware pricing from major retailers
  • Cut list in inches so you can mark every board before you start
  • Step-by-step instructions with framed photos and dimensioned diagrams
  • Predator-proofing checklist built into every plan — hardware cloth gauges, gap dimensions, latch types
  • Run-attachment options for each size so you can extend later without rebuilding
  • Permit-friendly footprint notes (under 120 sq ft in most jurisdictions to avoid full structure permits — verify with your permit guide)

Not sure which size to get? Use our size calculator first. The standard rule is 4 sq ft of coop + 10 sq ft of run per bird, but climate, breed, and free-range time all change the answer. The calculator walks through your specific situation in about 60 seconds.

The most popular plan is the 4×8 medium coop — it fits 4-6 birds comfortably, drops under most cities' "accessory structure" size triggers (no permit needed in most of the US), and uses around $400-$550 in 2026 lumber. The 8×8 walk-in is what most people upgrade to within 2 years. If you're not sure yet, the bundle saves you the headache of buying again.

Every plan is a one-time purchase — no subscription, no recurring fees, lifetime download access via your purchase email. Have questions before you buy? Email hello@buildingachickencoopplans.com and we'll answer in under a day.

4×4 Starter Chicken Coop Plans

Beginner-friendly weekend build for 2–4 chickens

$19

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4×8 Medium Chicken Coop Plans

The goldilocks coop for 4–6 chickens

$24

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8×8 Walk-In Chicken Coop Plans

Stand-up comfort for serious flocks of 8–12 birds

$29

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A-Frame Chicken Coop Plans

Simple, cheap, weekend-buildable

$15

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10×12 Large Chicken Coop Plans

Serious space for 18–20 hens

$34

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All 5 Plans Bundle

Every CoopCraft plan — save $36

$79

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