Reviewed by the Benton Metal Depot team · Updated
Do you need more room for vehicles, tools or equipment in Captolo? A metal garage might be the solution! It gives you enclosed space without adding onto your house or existing building. Benton Metal Depot supplies metal garage packages throughout Screven, with buildings that you can plan around according to what you need to park, store or work on.
Key Points
- ◦Get the final garage dimensions before completing permanent site work.
- ◦A metal garage can be used as parking, storage, equipment and work space under the same roof.
- ◦Benton Metal Depot is approximately 26.3 miles from Captolo.
- ◦Delivery to Captolo is currently estimated at 1 to 2 weeks.
- ◦Doors, windows and other selections can change the final cost of a garage.
At a Glance
| Permit threshold |
Not found. No sqft-based permit exemption was located on the county site. Contact the Screven County Zoning Office (912-564-2951) to confirm before publishing a number.
As of 2026 · Source |
|---|---|
| Setback (side/rear) |
Accessory buildings not attached to the principal building must be located at least 12 ft from the principal building, and detached accessory structures must be located in the rear yard (not permitted in front or side yards), per a secondary summary of the Screven County zoning ordinance. This should be verified against the primary Municode text before publishing specific side/rear property-line setback distances, which were not independently confirmed.
As of 2026 · Source |
| Wind load zone |
Inland east-central Georgia — roughly 105-120 mph (ASCE 7, Exposure C). NOT a verified figure; exact design wind speed depends on the ASCE 7/IBC edition 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 |
35
As of 2026 · Source |
Permits & Setbacks in Screven County
Screven's permitting office, Screven County Planning and Zoning Department, sets the accessory-structure line at Not found. No sqft-based permit exemption was located on the county site. Contact the Screven County Zoning Office (912-564-2951) to confirm before publishing a number. square feet — build under that and you generally skip the full building-permit process, though a setback of Accessory buildings not attached to the principal building must be located at least 12 ft from the principal building, and detached accessory structures must be located in the rear yard (not permitted in front or side yards), per a secondary summary of the Screven County zoning ordinance. This should be verified against the primary Municode text before publishing specific side/rear property-line setback distances, which were not independently confirmed. still applies. Confirm your lot's zoning district before ordering, since setbacks vary by district.
Delivery to Captolo
Current delivery time to Captolo is approximately 1 to 2 weeks. Benton also serves nearby communities including Brier Creek Landing, Dover, Woodcliff and Burtons Ferry Landing. Before delivery gets close, make sure you've handled the local permits and any site preparation needed for your particular garage.
Representative product photo — a Screven 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 Captolo is Accessory buildings not attached to the principal building must be located at least 12 ft from the principal building, and detached accessory structures must be located in the rear yard (not permitted in front or side yards), per a secondary summary of the Screven County zoning ordinance. This should be verified against the primary Municode text before publishing specific side/rear property-line setback distances, which were not independently confirmed., although you should confirm the requirement for your particular property with Screven County Planning and Zoning 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.
How far is Benton Metal Depot from Captolo?
Benton Metal Depot's Statesboro location is approximately 26.3 miles from Captolo. The company serves residents throughout Screven, including communities such as Brier Creek Landing, Dover, Woodcliff and Burtons Ferry Landing. Current delivery time for a metal garage to the Captolo 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 Captolo, make sure the garage specifications and site plan also meet the local requirements that apply to the property.
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 Screven County Planning and Zoning 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 long does it take to get a metal garage delivered to Captolo?
Current delivery time to Captolo 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 Captolo 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.
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.
Do I need a permit for a metal garage in Captolo?
That depends on the garage and the requirements of Screven County Planning and Zoning Department. The current rule requires a permit once the garage exceeds Not found. No sqft-based permit exemption was located on the county site. Contact the Screven County Zoning Office (912-564-2951) to confirm before publishing a number. 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.
Definitions
- ◦ Setback
- The required amount of space between your garage and a property line, road or another boundary covered by local rules.
- ◦ Gable
- The triangular wall section found at the end of a building with a pitched roof.
- ◦ Eave Height
- The height of the sidewall measured to the point where the wall and roof meet.
- ◦ Trim
- The finished metal pieces used along corners, roof edges, openings and other transitions on the building.
- ◦ 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.
- ◦ 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.
- ◦ Fastener
- A screw or other connector used to hold metal panels and building components securely in place.
- ◦ Roof Pitch
- How steep the roof is, usually described by how much it rises over a set horizontal distance.
Captolo, Screven County — At a Glance
- Permit Authority Name
- Screven County Planning and Zoning Department
- Permit Authority Url
- https://www.screvencountyboc.com/planning-zoning
- Permit Threshold Sqft
- Not found. No sqft-based permit exemption was located on the county site. Contact the Screven County Zoning Office (912-564-2951) to confirm before publishing a number.
- Setback Feet Side Rear
- Accessory buildings not attached to the principal building must be located at least 12 ft from the principal building, and detached accessory structures must be located in the rear yard (not permitted in front or side yards), per a secondary summary of the Screven County zoning ordinance. This should be verified against the primary Municode text before publishing specific side/rear property-line setback distances, which were not independently confirmed.
- Wind Load Zone
- Inland east-central Georgia — roughly 105-120 mph (ASCE 7, Exposure C). NOT a verified figure; exact design wind speed depends on the ASCE 7/IBC edition adopted and must be confirmed with a GA-licensed engineer or the county building official.
- Coastal
- Drive Miles
- 26.3
- Drive Minutes
- 35
- Nearby Towns
- Brier Creek Landing, Dover, Woodcliff, Burtons Ferry 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 Captolo 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 Captolo?
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.screvencountyboc.com/planning-zoning (2026)
- https://www.zoneomics.com/code/screven-county-unincorporated-GA/chapter_13 — verify against the primary ordinance at https://library.municode.com/GA/Screven_County/codes/Code_of_Ordinances (2026)
- General ASCE 7 inland-Georgia range (aggregated secondary sources) — no county-specific or primary map source found (2026)
- Screven County is well inland (east-central Georgia, on the Savannah River but far from the coast) 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)
