Metal Garages in Big Oak 2026 | Benton Metal Depot

Reviewed by the Benton Metal Depot team · Updated October 1, 2026

One mistake people make when planning a garage is sizing it for what they own today. If you're building your garage in Big Oak, think about storage, door clearance, work space and what might be added later. Benton Metal Depot supplies metal garage packages for residents throughout Brantley and the surrounding area.

Key Points

◦Doors, windows and other selections can change the final cost of a garage.
◦A metal garage can be used as parking, storage, equipment and work space under the same roof.
◦Benton Metal Depot is approximately 135.5 miles from Big Oak.
◦Get the final garage dimensions before completing permanent site work.
◦Delivery to Big Oak is currently estimated at 1 to 2 weeks.

At a Glance

Permit threshold	Not found — the county publishes a permit fee structure for accessory structures ($0.25/sq ft or $75 minimum, whichever is greater) but no explicit sqft exemption threshold was located, implying a permit may be required regardless of size. Needs direct confirmation (912-462-8743 / 912-462-5256). As of 2026 · Source
Setback (side/rear)	Per the Brantley County Land Use Ordinance (adopted 9/8/2016), accessory buildings/uses on non-residential lots must comply with the same front/side/rear yard requirements as the principal Land Use district in which they sit; specific footage figures by district were not retrieved from available excerpts. As of 2026 · Source
Wind load zone	Inland/near-coastal Georgia (Nahunta) — roughly 115-125 mph (ASCE 7, Exposure C); Brantley County sits just inland of the coastal GA counties (Camden/Glynn) so its mapped speed is likely somewhat lower than the ~130 mph coastal band but higher than deep-interior GA. NOT a verified figure; 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	160 As of 2026 · Source

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Permits & Setbacks in Brantley County

Before a metal garage goes up in Big Oak, check with Brantley County Planning & Building Department — Brantley's cutoff for requiring a building permit is Not found — the county publishes a permit fee structure for accessory structures ($0.25/sq ft or $75 minimum, whichever is greater) but no explicit sqft exemption threshold was located, implying a permit may be required regardless of size. Needs direct confirmation (912-462-8743 / 912-462-5256). square feet. Below that, you still need to clear the Per the Brantley County Land Use Ordinance (adopted 9/8/2016), accessory buildings/uses on non-residential lots must comply with the same front/side/rear yard requirements as the principal Land Use district in which they sit; specific footage figures by district were not retrieved from available excerpts. setback from your property line.

Delivery to Big Oak

Residents in Big Oak are currently looking at about 1 to 2 weeks after placing an order. Benton Metal Depot is approximately 135.5 miles away. Use that window to finish whatever needs to happen at the property first. Waiting until the garage is ready can create unnecessary delays if the site isn't.

Representative product photo — a Brantley County-specific project photo is pending (rotates in from Trey's weekly upload per the freshness cadence).

FAQ

How close can my metal garage be to the property line?

The current setback in Big Oak is Per the Brantley County Land Use Ordinance (adopted 9/8/2016), accessory buildings/uses on non-residential lots must comply with the same front/side/rear yard requirements as the principal Land Use district in which they sit; specific footage figures by district were not retrieved from available excerpts., although you should confirm the requirement for your particular property with Brantley County Planning & Building Department. A setback controls how close the building can be to certain property boundaries. Check that distance before you settle on a location, especially when space on the lot is tight.

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 Brantley County Planning & Building Department. 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.

How far is Benton Metal Depot from Big Oak?

Benton Metal Depot's Statesboro location is approximately 135.5 miles from Big Oak. The company serves residents throughout Brantley, including communities such as Tarboro, Midriver, White Oak and Rains Landing. Current delivery time for a metal garage to the Big Oak area is about 1 to 2 weeks.

How long does it take to get a metal garage delivered to Big Oak?

Current delivery time to Big Oak is approximately 1 to 2 weeks. If your project also involves permitting, grading or concrete, don't wait to do those jobs until the garage is almost ready. Use the delivery window to get the property prepared, and base your schedule on the estimate given for your order.

Should I pour the concrete before ordering the garage?

Get the garage specifications nailed down first. You want to know the correct dimensions and make sure the planned location meets the rules for Big Oak before putting permanent concrete in the ground. It's much easier to adjust a garage plan on paper than to deal with a slab that was poured in the wrong place or at the wrong size.

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 Big Oak, make sure the garage specifications and site plan also meet the local requirements that apply to the property.

Can I put a metal garage beside my house?

You may be able to, but don't assume every open spot on the property is buildable. Brantley County Planning & Building Department has requirements that can affect garage placement, including a current setback of Per the Brantley County Land Use Ordinance (adopted 9/8/2016), accessory buildings/uses on non-residential lots must comply with the same front/side/rear yard requirements as the principal Land Use district in which they sit; specific footage figures by district were not retrieved from available excerpts.. Check the rules for your address before choosing the location, particularly if you're working with limited room between the house and property line.

How much extra room should I allow around my vehicles?

Don't measure a car and make the garage barely wider than the vehicle. You need enough room to open the doors, get in and out, walk around it and reach anything stored nearby. With two vehicles, remember the space between them too. Adding a little breathing room during planning can make a big difference once you use the garage every day.

Definitions

◦ Walk Door: A regular entry door that lets you enter the garage without opening one of the larger vehicle doors.
◦ Roof Panel: A formed sheet of metal that makes up part of the garage's exterior roof surface.
◦ Building Footprint: The amount of ground the garage takes up, based on its outside width and length.
◦ Ridge: The top line of a pitched roof where the two sloping sides come together.
◦ 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.
◦ Concrete Slab: A flat poured-concrete surface commonly used as the finished floor and part of the foundation system for a garage.
◦ Wall Panel: Formed metal sheet used to enclose and protect the exterior walls of the garage.
◦ Clear Span: Open floor space between the building's exterior supports without interior columns getting in the way.
◦ Building Permit: Approval from the local government to construct a building under the building and zoning rules that apply to the property.

Big Oak, Brantley County — At a Glance

Permit Authority Name: Brantley County Planning & Building Department
Permit Authority Url: https://brantleycounty-ga.gov/planning--building
Permit Threshold Sqft: Not found — the county publishes a permit fee structure for accessory structures ($0.25/sq ft or $75 minimum, whichever is greater) but no explicit sqft exemption threshold was located, implying a permit may be required regardless of size. Needs direct confirmation (912-462-8743 / 912-462-5256).
Setback Feet Side Rear: Per the Brantley County Land Use Ordinance (adopted 9/8/2016), accessory buildings/uses on non-residential lots must comply with the same front/side/rear yard requirements as the principal Land Use district in which they sit; specific footage figures by district were not retrieved from available excerpts.
Wind Load Zone: Inland/near-coastal Georgia (Nahunta) — roughly 115-125 mph (ASCE 7, Exposure C); Brantley County sits just inland of the coastal GA counties (Camden/Glynn) so its mapped speed is likely somewhat lower than the ~130 mph coastal band but higher than deep-interior GA. NOT a verified figure; must be confirmed with a GA-licensed engineer or the county building official.
Coastal
Drive Miles: 135.5
Drive Minutes: 160
Nearby Towns: Tarboro, Midriver, White Oak, Rains Landing
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 has been working with metal building products in Statesboro since 2004. That local experience is important when you're planning a garage in Big Oak and trying to sort through materials, building specifications and the rest of the project details. Benton works with homeowners, contractors and property owners throughout the region.

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