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Large stilt coop with covered space underneath plan

A deck up to 8 x 6 ft raised 28 in on legs, with a ladder, an outside egg hatch, a wire-closed shaded space underneath and a run behind.

Hens
7–12
Coop size
6' x 6' to 8' x 6'
Est. materials
$965–$2,564
Skill level
Advanced
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Large stilt coop with covered space underneath in a backyard (representative image)
Representative image, Cottage style, 7 hens.

Four looks, same plan

Style changes colors and trim only. The cut list and the price stay the same.

What size large stilt coop with covered space underneath do I need?

HensCoopRunHeightEst. materials (Economy)Durable
76' x 6'70 sq ft6' 2 7/8"$965–$1,643$1,299–$2,242
86' x 6'80 sq ft6' 2 7/8"$993–$1,689$1,327–$2,288
107' x 6'100 sq ft6' 2 7/8"$1,041–$1,768$1,391–$2,395
128' x 6'120 sq ft6' 2 7/8"$1,144–$1,934$1,492–$2,564

Worked out by our plan engine for a level lawn. Sizes in feet and inches; costs are estimates from typical US home-center prices.

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Questions about this plan

How many hens fit in the large stilt coop with covered space underneath?

The plan is sized for 7–12 hens. It grows with your flock: at least 4 sq ft of coop floor per hen with a run.

How much does it cost to build?

Estimated materials run $965 to $2,564, depending on flock size and the material group (Economy or Durable). Prices are estimates from typical US home-center prices.

How long does it take to build?

For 7 hens the plan estimates 18-29 hours (three weekends, with one helper). Skill level: Advanced.

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