Reviewed by the Benton Metal Depot team · Updated
If you're shopping for a metal garage in Meinhard, don't start with the building size. Instead, you should start with what you're planning to put inside it. A pickup, two cars and a workbench all need different amounts of room. Benton Metal Depot supplies garage packages for residential, agricultural and commercial properties throughout Chatham.
Key Points
- ◦A metal garage can be used as parking, storage, equipment and work space under the same roof.
- ◦Benton Metal Depot is approximately 54 miles from Meinhard.
- ◦Doors, windows and other selections can change the final cost of a garage.
- ◦Get the final garage dimensions before completing permanent site work.
- ◦Delivery to Meinhard is currently estimated at 1 to 2 weeks.
At a Glance
| Permit threshold |
No explicit sqft exemption found on the county page — it lists "garages, carports... accessory buildings, storage buildings, tool sheds" as requiring permits without stating a size cutoff. Georgia's state minimum code baseline (IRC) exempts one-story detached sheds/playhouses up to 120 sq ft, but it is unconfirmed whether Chatham County enforces that exemption as-is.
As of 2026 · Source |
|---|---|
| Setback (side/rear) |
Not retrieved — Chatham County has its own zoning ordinance with district-specific setback tables; figures were not found in available search results and need direct lookup.
As of 2026 · Source |
| Wind load zone |
Coastal Georgia (Savannah/Chatham County) — commonly cited around 130 mph (3-second gust, ASCE 7-22, Risk Category II), with barrier-island areas (Tybee, Wilmington, Skidaway Islands) potentially reaching or exceeding 140 mph. NOT verified against a primary county map — Georgia adopted the 2024 IBC/IRC (with GA amendments) effective Jan 1, 2026, referencing ASCE 7-22, and the exact mapped speed depends on precise site location 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 |
69
As of 2026 · Source |
Permits & Setbacks in Chatham County
Before a metal garage goes up in Meinhard, check with Chatham County Building Safety & Regulatory Services — Chatham's cutoff for requiring a building permit is No explicit sqft exemption found on the county page — it lists "garages, carports... accessory buildings, storage buildings, tool sheds" as requiring permits without stating a size cutoff. Georgia's state minimum code baseline (IRC) exempts one-story detached sheds/playhouses up to 120 sq ft, but it is unconfirmed whether Chatham County enforces that exemption as-is. square feet. Below that, you still need to clear the Not retrieved — Chatham County has its own zoning ordinance with district-specific setback tables; figures were not found in available search results and need direct lookup. setback from your property line.
Delivery to Meinhard
Metal garage delivery to Meinhard 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 Chatham 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 Meinhard?
Benton Metal Depot's Statesboro location is approximately 54 miles from Meinhard. The company serves residents throughout Chatham, including communities such as Monteith, Port Wentworth, Sharon Park and Woodlawn Terrace. Current delivery time for a metal garage to the Meinhard area is about 1 to 2 weeks.
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.
How close can my metal garage be to the property line?
The current setback in Meinhard is Not retrieved — Chatham County has its own zoning ordinance with district-specific setback tables; figures were not found in available search results and need direct lookup., although you should confirm the requirement for your particular property with Chatham County Building Safety & Regulatory Services. 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.
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.
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 Meinhard 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 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.
How long does it take to get a metal garage delivered to Meinhard?
Current delivery time to Meinhard 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.
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. Chatham County Building Safety & Regulatory Services has requirements that can affect garage placement, including a current setback of Not retrieved — Chatham County has its own zoning ordinance with district-specific setback tables; figures were not found in available search results and need direct lookup.. Check the rules for your address before choosing the location, particularly if you're working with limited room between the house and property line.
Definitions
- ◦ Concrete Slab
- A flat poured-concrete surface commonly used as the finished floor and part of the foundation system for a garage.
- ◦ 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.
- ◦ Walk Door
- A regular entry door that lets you enter the garage without opening one of the larger vehicle doors.
- ◦ 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.
- ◦ Setback
- The required amount of space between your garage and a property line, road or another boundary covered by local rules.
Meinhard, Chatham County — At a Glance
- Permit Authority Name
- Chatham County Building Safety & Regulatory Services
- Permit Authority Url
- https://buildingsafety.chathamcountyga.gov/PermitsInspections/WhenPermitsRequired
- Permit Threshold Sqft
- No explicit sqft exemption found on the county page — it lists "garages, carports... accessory buildings, storage buildings, tool sheds" as requiring permits without stating a size cutoff. Georgia's state minimum code baseline (IRC) exempts one-story detached sheds/playhouses up to 120 sq ft, but it is unconfirmed whether Chatham County enforces that exemption as-is.
- Setback Feet Side Rear
- Not retrieved — Chatham County has its own zoning ordinance with district-specific setback tables; figures were not found in available search results and need direct lookup.
- Wind Load Zone
- Coastal Georgia (Savannah/Chatham County) — commonly cited around 130 mph (3-second gust, ASCE 7-22, Risk Category II), with barrier-island areas (Tybee, Wilmington, Skidaway Islands) potentially reaching or exceeding 140 mph. NOT verified against a primary county map — Georgia adopted the 2024 IBC/IRC (with GA amendments) effective Jan 1, 2026, referencing ASCE 7-22, and the exact mapped speed depends on precise site location and must be confirmed with a GA-licensed engineer or the county building official.
- Coastal
- 1
- Drive Miles
- 54
- Drive Minutes
- 69
- Nearby Towns
- Monteith, Port Wentworth, Sharon Park, Woodlawn Terrace
- 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
Buying a garage isn't just a matter of picking a picture and choosing a size. You also have to think about what you're putting inside, where it will sit and what materials the project needs. Benton Metal Depot works with residents in Meinhard and throughout the region to help them choose a garage package that will work well with whatever they need.
Ready to talk through your metal garages project in Meinhard?
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://buildingsafety.chathamcountyga.gov/PermitsInspections/WhenPermitsRequired (2026)
- https://buildingsafety.chathamcountyga.gov/PermitsInspections/WhenPermitsRequired — needs direct confirmation by phone (912-201-4300) (2026)
- https://buildingsafety.chathamcountyga.gov/ — needs direct ordinance lookup (2026)
- Aggregated from windload.solutions and similar secondary sources — no primary Chatham County wind map found (2026)
- Given/client spec — Chatham County (Savannah) is a coastal Georgia county (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)
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