Reviewed by the Benton Metal Depot team · Updated
One mistake people make when planning a garage is sizing it for what they own today. If you're building your garage in Metter, think about storage, door clearance, work space and what might be added later. Benton Metal Depot supplies metal garage packages for residents throughout Candler and the surrounding area.
Key Points
- ◦The current local setback for a metal garage is Referenced but not confirmed — the county page cites "Section 802.5" of the Candler County Zoning Ordinance for setbacks, but the specific distances could not be extracted from the ordinance PDF in this research pass. Needs direct confirmation with the Zoning Administrator (912-685-2835)..
- ◦Plan for door clearance and walking room when deciding how wide your garage needs to be.
- ◦Get the final garage dimensions before completing permanent site work.
- ◦Doors, windows and other selections can change the final cost of a garage.
- ◦In Metter, a building permit is required once the garage exceeds 100 square feet.
At a Glance
| Permit threshold |
100
As of 2026 · Source |
|---|---|
| Setback (side/rear) |
Referenced but not confirmed — the county page cites "Section 802.5" of the Candler County Zoning Ordinance for setbacks, but the specific distances could not be extracted from the ordinance PDF in this research pass. Needs direct confirmation with the Zoning Administrator (912-685-2835).
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 Candler 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 |
34
As of 2026 · Source |
Permits & Setbacks in Candler County
Before a metal garage goes up in Metter, check with Candler County Zoning Administrator (building permit applications go through this office; a separate Assessor's Office handles mobile home/electrical permits) — Candler's cutoff for requiring a building permit is 100 square feet. Below that, you still need to clear the Referenced but not confirmed — the county page cites "Section 802.5" of the Candler County Zoning Ordinance for setbacks, but the specific distances could not be extracted from the ordinance PDF in this research pass. Needs direct confirmation with the Zoning Administrator (912-685-2835). setback from your property line.
Delivery to Metter
Metal garage delivery to Metter can take about 1 to 2 weeks. Use that time to take care of permits and get the site ready if work is needed beforehand. If you're hiring someone for grading or concrete, coordinate those jobs around the delivery schedule instead of trying to squeeze everything in at the last minute.
Representative product photo — a Candler County-specific project photo is pending (rotates in from Trey's weekly upload per the freshness cadence).
FAQ
How far is Benton Metal Depot from Metter?
Benton Metal Depot's Statesboro location is approximately 19.5 miles from Metter. The company serves residents throughout Candler, including communities such as Aline, Olifftown, Parish and Pulaski. Current delivery time for a metal garage to the Metter area is about 1 to 2 weeks.
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 Metter, make sure the garage specifications and site plan also meet the local requirements that apply to the property.
How close can my metal garage be to the property line?
The current setback in Metter is Referenced but not confirmed — the county page cites "Section 802.5" of the Candler County Zoning Ordinance for setbacks, but the specific distances could not be extracted from the ordinance PDF in this research pass. Needs direct confirmation with the Zoning Administrator (912-685-2835)., although you should confirm the requirement for your particular property with Candler County Zoning Administrator (building permit applications go through this office; a separate Assessor's Office handles mobile home/electrical permits). 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.
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 Metter 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.
How long does it take to get a metal garage delivered to Metter?
Current delivery time to Metter 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.
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 Candler County Zoning Administrator (building permit applications go through this office; a separate Assessor's Office handles mobile home/electrical permits). 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.
Do I need a permit for a metal garage in Metter?
That depends on the garage and the requirements of Candler County Zoning Administrator (building permit applications go through this office; a separate Assessor's Office handles mobile home/electrical permits). The current rule requires a permit once the garage exceeds 100 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.
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.
Definitions
- ◦ 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.
- ◦ 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.
- ◦ Building Permit
- Approval from the local government to construct a building under the building and zoning rules that apply to the property.
- ◦ Overhead Door
- The large door that opens upward to let cars, trucks or equipment move in and out of the 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.
- ◦ Wall Panel
- Formed metal sheet used to enclose and protect the exterior walls of the garage.
Metter, Candler County — At a Glance
- Permit Authority Name
- Candler County Zoning Administrator (building permit applications go through this office; a separate Assessor's Office handles mobile home/electrical permits)
- Permit Authority Url
- https://candlerco-ga.gov/1228/Building-Permits
- Permit Threshold Sqft
- 100
- Setback Feet Side Rear
- Referenced but not confirmed — the county page cites "Section 802.5" of the Candler County Zoning Ordinance for setbacks, but the specific distances could not be extracted from the ordinance PDF in this research pass. Needs direct confirmation with the Zoning Administrator (912-685-2835).
- 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 Candler County has adopted and must be confirmed with a GA-licensed engineer or the county building official.
- Coastal
- Drive Miles
- 19.5
- Drive Minutes
- 34
- Nearby Towns
- Aline, Olifftown, Parish, Pulaski
- 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 Metter 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.
Ready to talk through your metal garages project in Metter?
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://candlerco-ga.gov/1228/Building-Permits (2026)
- https://candlerco-ga.gov/1228/Building-Permits — "A building permit is required under the zoning ordinance...for the construction or addition of square footage greater than 10' X 10' [100 sq ft]" (Section 802.4, Candler County Zoning Ordinance). Verify against the primary ordinance PDF at https://metter-candlercounty.com/index_238_2282343757.pdf, which could not be parsed via automated fetch in this research pass. (2026)
- https://metter-candlercounty.com/index_238_2282343757.pdf (Candler County Zoning Ordinance, Section 802.5) (2026)
- General ASCE 7 inland-Georgia range (aggregated secondary sources) — no county-specific or primary map source found (2026)
- Candler County is inland (southeast-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)
