Reviewed by the Benton Metal Depot team · Updated
A garage doesn't have to be just a place to park the car. Property owners in Emmalane can use metal garages to store cleaning equipment, different kinds of tools, storage and it can be used as a work space, too. Benton Metal Depot serves customers across Jenkins and can help you find the building depending on how the space will actually be used.
Key Points
- ◦The current local setback for a metal garage is Not found — no Jenkins County zoning ordinance setback table for accessory structures was located online. Needs direct county contact..
- ◦Plan for door clearance and walking room when deciding how wide your garage needs to be.
- ◦In Emmalane, a building permit is required once the garage exceeds Not found — Jenkins County does not appear to publish a dedicated accessory-structure permit page online. Georgia's state minimum code baseline (IRC) generally exempts one-story detached sheds/playhouses up to 120 sq ft, but whether Jenkins County has adopted/enforces that as-is is unconfirmed. Needs direct county contact. square feet.
- ◦Benton serves Rogers, Lawton, Scarboro and Paramore Hill and other communities around Emmalane.
- ◦Check the permit and setback rules before deciding exactly where the garage will go.
At a Glance
| Permit threshold |
Not found — Jenkins County does not appear to publish a dedicated accessory-structure permit page online. Georgia's state minimum code baseline (IRC) generally exempts one-story detached sheds/playhouses up to 120 sq ft, but whether Jenkins County has adopted/enforces that as-is is unconfirmed. Needs direct county contact.
As of 2026 · Source |
|---|---|
| Setback (side/rear) |
Not found — no Jenkins County zoning ordinance setback table for accessory structures was located online. Needs direct county contact.
As of 2026 · Source |
| Wind load zone |
Inland Georgia — roughly 115-120 mph (ASCE 7, Exposure C). NOT a verified figure; the exact design wind speed depends on the ASCE 7 edition Jenkins 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 |
39
As of 2026 · Source |
Permits & Setbacks in Jenkins County
Jenkins's permitting office, Jenkins County Administration / Clerk's Office (no dedicated stand-alone building-permit department page was found; permitting appears to be handled through county administration), sets the accessory-structure line at Not found — Jenkins County does not appear to publish a dedicated accessory-structure permit page online. Georgia's state minimum code baseline (IRC) generally exempts one-story detached sheds/playhouses up to 120 sq ft, but whether Jenkins County has adopted/enforces that as-is is unconfirmed. Needs direct county contact. square feet — build under that and you generally skip the full building-permit process, though a setback of Not found — no Jenkins County zoning ordinance setback table for accessory structures was located online. Needs direct county contact. still applies. Confirm your lot's zoning district before ordering, since setbacks vary by district.
Delivery to Emmalane
Residents in Emmalane are currently looking at about 1 to 2 weeks after placing an order. Benton Metal Depot is approximately 29.9 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 Jenkins County-specific project photo is pending (rotates in from Trey's weekly upload per the freshness cadence).
FAQ
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 Jenkins County Administration / Clerk's Office (no dedicated stand-alone building-permit department page was found; permitting appears to be handled through county administration). 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 Emmalane?
That depends on the garage and the requirements of Jenkins County Administration / Clerk's Office (no dedicated stand-alone building-permit department page was found; permitting appears to be handled through county administration). The current rule requires a permit once the garage exceeds Not found — Jenkins County does not appear to publish a dedicated accessory-structure permit page online. Georgia's state minimum code baseline (IRC) generally exempts one-story detached sheds/playhouses up to 120 sq ft, but whether Jenkins County has adopted/enforces that as-is is unconfirmed. Needs direct county contact. 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.
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.
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 Emmalane, make sure the garage specifications and site plan also meet the local requirements that apply to the property.
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.
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. Jenkins County Administration / Clerk's Office (no dedicated stand-alone building-permit department page was found; permitting appears to be handled through county administration) has requirements that can affect garage placement, including a current setback of Not found — no Jenkins County zoning ordinance setback table for accessory structures was located online. Needs direct county contact.. 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 close can my metal garage be to the property line?
The current setback in Emmalane is Not found — no Jenkins County zoning ordinance setback table for accessory structures was located online. Needs direct county contact., although you should confirm the requirement for your particular property with Jenkins County Administration / Clerk's Office (no dedicated stand-alone building-permit department page was found; permitting appears to be handled through county administration). 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.
Definitions
- ◦ 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.
- ◦ Roof Pitch
- How steep the roof is, usually described by how much it rises over a set horizontal distance.
- ◦ Ridge
- The top line of a pitched roof where the two sloping sides come together.
- ◦ Roof Panel
- A formed sheet of metal that makes up part of the garage's exterior roof surface.
- ◦ Concrete Slab
- A flat poured-concrete surface commonly used as the finished floor and part of the foundation system for a garage.
- ◦ Building Footprint
- The amount of ground the garage takes up, based on its outside width and length.
- ◦ Eave Height
- The height of the sidewall measured to the point where the wall and roof meet.
- ◦ Overhead Door
- The large door that opens upward to let cars, trucks or equipment move in and out of the garage.
- ◦ Building Permit
- Approval from the local government to construct a building under the building and zoning rules that apply to the property.
Emmalane, Jenkins County — At a Glance
- Permit Authority Name
- Jenkins County Administration / Clerk's Office (no dedicated stand-alone building-permit department page was found; permitting appears to be handled through county administration)
- Permit Authority Url
- https://www.jenkinscountyga.com/jenkins-county-administration.php
- Permit Threshold Sqft
- Not found — Jenkins County does not appear to publish a dedicated accessory-structure permit page online. Georgia's state minimum code baseline (IRC) generally exempts one-story detached sheds/playhouses up to 120 sq ft, but whether Jenkins County has adopted/enforces that as-is is unconfirmed. Needs direct county contact.
- Setback Feet Side Rear
- Not found — no Jenkins County zoning ordinance setback table for accessory structures was located online. Needs direct county contact.
- Wind Load Zone
- Inland Georgia — roughly 115-120 mph (ASCE 7, Exposure C). NOT a verified figure; the exact design wind speed depends on the ASCE 7 edition Jenkins County has adopted and must be confirmed with a GA-licensed engineer or the county building official.
- Coastal
- Drive Miles
- 29.9
- Drive Minutes
- 39
- Nearby Towns
- Rogers, Lawton, Scarboro, Paramore Hill
- 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 Emmalane, 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 Emmalane?
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://www.jenkinscountyga.com/jenkins-county-administration.php — needs direct confirmation by phone (478-982-2563 / 478-982-4683) (2026)
- https://www.jenkinscountyga.com/jenkins-county-administration.php (2026)
- General GA IRC baseline exemption (120 sq ft) — no Jenkins County-specific page found (2026)
- Not found (2026)
- General ASCE 7 inland-Georgia range (aggregated from windload.solutions and similar secondary sources) — no county-specific or primary map source found (2026)
- Given/client spec — Jenkins County is inland Georgia (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)
