We don't have an HOA, just whatever Loudoun county codes are. I can't imagine taking care of chickens... don't they need a building and lots of fencing too?
Your backyard fence is enough for when you are out there with your little man and they are out for a scratch-n-browse. For when you aren't out there, then yes, they need better protection. The best thing to do is to build a portable coop-and-fence area that you can just move around the lawn. That gives the chickens a new place to graze and fertilize every few days, and more bugs to eat.
Check out what Michael and Chris did for their five chickens. My only suggested modification would be *wheels* so that you can move the darned thing without needing two buff Texas boys to do it. http://www.wormspit.com/blog/2010/05/23/chicken-coop/
What are the regulations against birds in your HOA? Chickens eat ticks, and love 'em, and that would keep you from having to spray.
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Check out what Michael and Chris did for their five chickens. My only suggested modification would be *wheels* so that you can move the darned thing without needing two buff Texas boys to do it.
http://www.wormspit.com/blog/2010/05/23/chicken-coop/
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Think of the fresh fresh eggs!
http://www.backyardchickens.com/laws/display.php?State=VA&City=Loudoun+County&actions=search
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