Reviewed by the Benton Metal Depot team · Updated
Are you running out of room in the driveway, shed or workshop? A metal garage can put vehicles, tools and equipment under one roof. Benton Metal Depot supplies garage packages to customers in Glory and across Berrien, with different building sizes depending on the amount of space the property owner needs.
Key Points
- ◦Benton Metal Depot is approximately 147.2 miles from Glory.
- ◦A metal garage can be used as parking, storage, equipment and work space under the same roof.
- ◦Check the permit and setback rules before deciding exactly where the garage will go.
- ◦Delivery to Glory is currently estimated at 1 to 2 weeks.
- ◦In Glory, a building permit is required once the garage exceeds Not found — no published sqft exemption for accessory structures located on the county site. The office does issue building permits generally, but no specific threshold was found. Needs direct confirmation (229-686-2149, option 2). square feet.
At a Glance
| Permit threshold |
Not found — no published sqft exemption for accessory structures located on the county site. The office does issue building permits generally, but no specific threshold was found. Needs direct confirmation (229-686-2149, option 2).
As of 2026 · Source |
|---|---|
| Setback (side/rear) |
Not confirmed — the county notes its zoning ordinance "includes...building size and setbacks" but specific figures were not extractable via search. Needs direct confirmation or review of the full ordinance on Municode.
As of 2026 · Source |
| Wind load zone |
Inland Georgia — roughly 110-120 mph (ASCE 7, Exposure C). NOT a verified figure; exact design wind speed depends on the ASCE 7 edition Berrien County has adopted and must be confirmed with a GA-licensed engineer or the county building official.
As of 2026 · Source |
| Panel type/gauge |
29-gauge and 26-gauge Rib panels -- Benton's existing standard gauge/profile for pole-barn, carport, and agricultural structures.
As of 2026 · Source |
| Drive time from Statesboro |
200
As of 2026 · Source |
Permits & Setbacks in Berrien County
Before a metal garage goes up in Glory, check with Berrien County Code Enforcement Office (Planning and Zoning) — Berrien's cutoff for requiring a building permit is Not found — no published sqft exemption for accessory structures located on the county site. The office does issue building permits generally, but no specific threshold was found. Needs direct confirmation (229-686-2149, option 2). square feet. Below that, you still need to clear the Not confirmed — the county notes its zoning ordinance "includes...building size and setbacks" but specific figures were not extractable via search. Needs direct confirmation or review of the full ordinance on Municode. setback from your property line.
Delivery to Glory
The current estimate for getting a metal garage to Glory is 1 to 2 weeks. The area is about 147.2 miles (200 minutes) from Benton Metal Depot in Statesboro. That gives you a general timeline for scheduling contractors, preparing the property and handling local permits before the building is due to arrive.
Representative product photo — a Berrien County-specific project photo is pending (rotates in from Trey's weekly upload per the freshness cadence).
FAQ
Do I need a permit for a metal garage in Glory?
That depends on the garage and the requirements of Berrien County Code Enforcement Office (Planning and Zoning). The current rule requires a permit once the garage exceeds Not found — no published sqft exemption for accessory structures located on the county site. The office does issue building permits generally, but no specific threshold was found. Needs direct confirmation (229-686-2149, option 2). square feet. Check before doing any permanent site work. There may be other requirements tied to your property as well, so getting an answer early can save you from having to change plans later.
Can I use a metal garage just for storage?
Yes. Cars don't have to be part of the equation at all. A metal garage can give you enclosed space for tools, lawn equipment, recreational gear and other belongings. If storage is the main purpose, think about shelving and aisle space while planning the building so everything remains accessible once the garage starts filling up.
Are metal garages a good choice for Georgia?
Metal buildings are utilized throughout Georgia for garages, equipment storage and other residential, agricultural and commercial uses. The important thing is choosing a building appropriate for the project and location. If you're building in Glory, make sure the garage specifications and site plan also meet the local requirements that apply to the property.
Can I use my metal garage as a workshop too?
Definitely! Just plan for the workshop before deciding on the garage size. A workbench, toolboxes, shelving and equipment can eat up a lot of floor space, especially when you're also parking a vehicle inside. Make sure to give yourself enough room to work comfortably instead of trying to fit a workshop into whatever space happens to be left over.
What do I need to do to my property before the garage arrives?
First, decide exactly where the garage will go and check the permit and setback requirements with Berrien County Code Enforcement Office (Planning and Zoning). Then follow the site requirements for the garage you've selected. Any grading, concrete or other preparation should be based on the final building specifications. Don't prepare the site using rough dimensions if the building hasn't been finalized.
What can I keep in a metal garage?
Cars and trucks are obvious, but metal garages can also hold lawn equipment, tools, recreational gear and general storage. Larger buildings can leave room for work areas, too. Make a list of what you intend to keep inside before choosing the building size. It's easy to underestimate how quickly floor space disappears.
Can my metal garage have windows and different doors?
The available configuration depends on the garage package, but doors and windows should be considered while you're planning the layout. Think about where vehicles will enter, where you want a regular walk door and whether natural light is needed inside. Making those decisions early helps you choose a layout that works instead of adding features wherever they'll fit.
How far is Benton Metal Depot from Glory?
Benton Metal Depot's Statesboro location is approximately 147.2 miles from Glory. The company serves residents throughout Berrien, including communities such as Gladys, Alapaha, Enigma and Bridgetown. Current delivery time for a metal garage to the Glory area is about 1 to 2 weeks.
Definitions
- ◦ Concrete Slab
- A flat poured-concrete surface commonly used as the finished floor and part of the foundation system for a garage.
- ◦ Roof Pitch
- How steep the roof is, usually described by how much it rises over a set horizontal distance.
- ◦ Fastener
- A screw or other connector used to hold metal panels and building components securely in place.
- ◦ Building Footprint
- The amount of ground the garage takes up, based on its outside width and length.
- ◦ Roof Panel
- A formed sheet of metal that makes up part of the garage's exterior roof surface.
- ◦ Ridge
- The top line of a pitched roof where the two sloping sides come together.
- ◦ Walk Door
- A regular entry door that lets you enter the garage without opening one of the larger vehicle doors.
- ◦ Gable
- The triangular wall section found at the end of a building with a pitched roof.
- ◦ Setback
- The required amount of space between your garage and a property line, road or another boundary covered by local rules.
- ◦ Trim
- The finished metal pieces used along corners, roof edges, openings and other transitions on the building.
Glory, Berrien County — At a Glance
- Permit Authority Name
- Berrien County Code Enforcement Office (Planning and Zoning)
- Permit Authority Url
- https://berriencountygeorgia.com/planning-and-zoning/
- Permit Threshold Sqft
- Not found — no published sqft exemption for accessory structures located on the county site. The office does issue building permits generally, but no specific threshold was found. Needs direct confirmation (229-686-2149, option 2).
- Setback Feet Side Rear
- Not confirmed — the county notes its zoning ordinance "includes...building size and setbacks" but specific figures were not extractable via search. Needs direct confirmation or review of the full ordinance on Municode.
- Wind Load Zone
- Inland Georgia — roughly 110-120 mph (ASCE 7, Exposure C). NOT a verified figure; exact design wind speed depends on the ASCE 7 edition Berrien County has adopted and must be confirmed with a GA-licensed engineer or the county building official.
- Coastal
- Drive Miles
- 147.2
- Drive Minutes
- 200
- Nearby Towns
- Gladys, Alapaha, Enigma, Bridgetown
- Delivery Weeks In Stock
- 1
- Delivery Weeks Custom
- 2
- Panel Type Gauge
- 29-gauge and 26-gauge Rib panels -- Benton's existing standard gauge/profile for pole-barn, carport, and agricultural structures.
- Color Count
- 7
Why Benton Metal Depot
Benton Metal Depot manufactures metal products in Statesboro and has served residential, agricultural and commercial customers since 2004. For someone building a garage in Glory, that means working with a regional metal supplier rather than trying to piece the project together from unrelated sources. The garage package can be quoted around the specifications of the project.
Ready to talk through your metal garages project in Glory?
Sources
- Internal: category-data.php (pole-barns / agricultural-pole-barns copy) (2026)
- color-collection.php Weather XL Rib/PBR color chart: Polar White, Pebble Gray, Granite, Onyx, Vanilla, Sand, Chocolate (29ga; 5 of the 7 also available in 26ga). Real Benton color count for this panel line -- not confirmed as the specific palette Jim/Trey intend to offer for metal garages. (2026)
- https://berriencountygeorgia.com/planning-and-zoning/ (2026)
- General ASCE 7 inland-Georgia range (aggregated secondary sources) — no county-specific or primary map source found (2026)
- Berrien County is inland (south-central GA) and is not among the coastal counties named in the client spec (2026)
- Computed 2026-09-16: GeoNames zip centroid -> OSRM public routing engine (real driving route from Statesboro, Bulloch County, GA). Deterministic and reproducible, but a free public demo routing server, not Google Maps -- spot-check a sample before confirming. (2026)
- Computed 2026-09-16: same OSRM routing result as drive_miles, converted from seconds. (2026)
- Computed 2026-09-16: 4 nearest cities in benton_service_area_cities.php by straight-line (haversine) distance from zip centroid. (2026)
- Bulk-set via dev-fact-review.php (2026)
