Reviewed by the Benton Metal Depot team · Updated
If you're shopping for a metal garage in Glenmore, 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 Ware.
Key Points
- ◦Check the permit and setback rules before deciding exactly where the garage will go.
- ◦The current local setback for a metal garage is Not found with specific numbers. The county's zoning ordinance exists as a PDF but its accessory-structure setback table could not be extracted as text in this pass. Needs a manual review of the primary PDF or direct confirmation with Planning & Codes..
- ◦Plan for door clearance and walking room when deciding how wide your garage needs to be.
- ◦In Glenmore, a building permit is required once the garage exceeds Not explicitly published on the county's Planning & Codes page. A 200 sq ft threshold is common across several nearby GA counties (confirmed directly for Wayne and Burke) — but that has NOT been confirmed as unincorporated Ware County's own adopted rule. Confirm directly with Ware County Planning & Codes (912-490-4379). square feet.
- ◦Benton serves Manor, Millwood, Hasty and Fairfax and other communities around Glenmore.
At a Glance
| Permit threshold |
Not explicitly published on the county's Planning & Codes page. A 200 sq ft threshold is common across several nearby GA counties (confirmed directly for Wayne and Burke) — but that has NOT been confirmed as unincorporated Ware County's own adopted rule. Confirm directly with Ware County Planning & Codes (912-490-4379).
As of 2026 · Source |
|---|---|
| Setback (side/rear) |
Not found with specific numbers. The county's zoning ordinance exists as a PDF but its accessory-structure setback table could not be extracted as text in this pass. Needs a manual review of the primary PDF or direct confirmation with Planning & Codes.
As of 2026 · Source |
| Wind load zone |
Southeast Georgia coastal plain (Waycross area, ~55-65 miles from the Atlantic) — roughly 115-130 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 |
171
As of 2026 · Source |
Permits & Setbacks in Ware County
The permit question for a Glenmore metal garage comes down to one number from Ware County Planning & Codes Department: Not explicitly published on the county's Planning & Codes page. A 200 sq ft threshold is common across several nearby GA counties (confirmed directly for Wayne and Burke) — but that has NOT been confirmed as unincorporated Ware County's own adopted rule. Confirm directly with Ware County Planning & Codes (912-490-4379). square feet. Stay under it and skip the full permit process; either way, keep the Not found with specific numbers. The county's zoning ordinance exists as a PDF but its accessory-structure setback table could not be extracted as text in this pass. Needs a manual review of the primary PDF or direct confirmation with Planning & Codes. setback in mind before you pick a spot.
Delivery to Glenmore
Residents in Glenmore are currently looking at about 1 to 2 weeks after placing an order. Benton Metal Depot is approximately 114.8 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 Ware 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 Glenmore is Not found with specific numbers. The county's zoning ordinance exists as a PDF but its accessory-structure setback table could not be extracted as text in this pass. Needs a manual review of the primary PDF or direct confirmation with Planning & Codes., although you should confirm the requirement for your particular property with Ware County Planning & Codes 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 Glenmore?
Benton Metal Depot's Statesboro location is approximately 114.8 miles from Glenmore. The company serves residents throughout Ware, including communities such as Manor, Millwood, Hasty and Fairfax. Current delivery time for a metal garage to the Glenmore 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 Glenmore, make sure the garage specifications and site plan also meet the local requirements that apply to the property.
How long does it take to get a metal garage delivered to Glenmore?
Current delivery time to Glenmore 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 Ware County Planning & Codes 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.
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 Glenmore 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 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.
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
- ◦ Walk Door
- A regular entry door that lets you enter the garage without opening one of the larger vehicle doors.
- ◦ Building Footprint
- The amount of ground the garage takes up, based on its outside width and length.
- ◦ Roof Panel
- A formed sheet of metal that makes up part of the garage's exterior roof surface.
- ◦ 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.
- ◦ Concrete Slab
- A flat poured-concrete surface commonly used as the finished floor and part of the foundation system for a garage.
- ◦ Fastener
- A screw or other connector used to hold metal panels and building components securely in place.
- ◦ 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.
Glenmore, Ware County — At a Glance
- Permit Authority Name
- Ware County Planning & Codes Department
- Permit Authority Url
- https://www.warecountyga.gov/department-nodes/planning-codes
- Permit Threshold Sqft
- Not explicitly published on the county's Planning & Codes page. A 200 sq ft threshold is common across several nearby GA counties (confirmed directly for Wayne and Burke) — but that has NOT been confirmed as unincorporated Ware County's own adopted rule. Confirm directly with Ware County Planning & Codes (912-490-4379).
- Setback Feet Side Rear
- Not found with specific numbers. The county's zoning ordinance exists as a PDF but its accessory-structure setback table could not be extracted as text in this pass. Needs a manual review of the primary PDF or direct confirmation with Planning & Codes.
- Wind Load Zone
- Southeast Georgia coastal plain (Waycross area, ~55-65 miles from the Atlantic) — roughly 115-130 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
- 114.8
- Drive Minutes
- 171
- Nearby Towns
- Manor, Millwood, Hasty, Fairfax
- 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 Glenmore 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 Glenmore?
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.warecountyga.gov/department-nodes/planning-codes (2026)
- https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63d5ca60103cc0d24935804f/6a04892b6f4197158d50f3ea_2026-05-WARE-COUNTY-ZONING-ORDINANCE-ARTICLES-3-THRU-12.pdf (2026)
- General ASCE 7 southeast-Georgia range (aggregated secondary sources) — no county-specific or primary map source found (2026)
- Ware County is inland (Waycross area) 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)
