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 Sycamore, think about storage, door clearance, work space and what might be added later. Benton Metal Depot supplies metal garage packages for residents throughout Allendale and the surrounding area.
Key Points
- ◦Plan for door clearance and walking room when deciding how wide your garage needs to be.
- ◦The current local setback for a metal garage is Not found for unincorporated Allendale County. The Town of Allendale has its own Zoning and Land Management Ordinance (2013) with setback tables, but that is Town-specific and not confirmed to apply county-wide. Needs direct confirmation..
- ◦Check the permit and setback rules before deciding exactly where the garage will go.
- ◦Benton serves Lopers Crossroads, Jennys, Barton and Rouse and other communities around Sycamore.
- ◦In Sycamore, a building permit is required once the garage exceeds Not found for the county specifically. One secondary source notes that in Allendale County, a carport under 200 sq ft may only need a zoning permit while a building permit is required above 200 sq ft, but this was not confirmed against a primary county ordinance. Needs direct confirmation. square feet.
At a Glance
| Permit threshold |
Not found for the county specifically. One secondary source notes that in Allendale County, a carport under 200 sq ft may only need a zoning permit while a building permit is required above 200 sq ft, but this was not confirmed against a primary county ordinance. Needs direct confirmation.
As of 2026 · Source |
|---|---|
| Setback (side/rear) |
Not found for unincorporated Allendale County. The Town of Allendale has its own Zoning and Land Management Ordinance (2013) with setback tables, but that is Town-specific and not confirmed to apply county-wide. Needs direct confirmation.
As of 2026 · Source |
| Wind load zone |
Inland South Carolina — roughly 120-130 mph (ASCE 7, Exposure C). NOT a verified figure; Allendale County is well inland (bordering Georgia along the Savannah River) and the exact design wind speed depends on the ASCE 7 edition adopted and must be confirmed with a SC-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 |
80
As of 2026 · Source |
Permits & Setbacks in Allendale County
Before a metal garage goes up in Sycamore, check with Not clearly identified for the unincorporated county — search results only surface the Town of Allendale's Building/Zoning/Business License office. No distinct "Allendale County" (vs. Town of Allendale) building department page was found; the county may share services via the Lowcountry Council of Governments. Needs direct confirmation. — Allendale's cutoff for requiring a building permit is Not found for the county specifically. One secondary source notes that in Allendale County, a carport under 200 sq ft may only need a zoning permit while a building permit is required above 200 sq ft, but this was not confirmed against a primary county ordinance. Needs direct confirmation. square feet. Below that, you still need to clear the Not found for unincorporated Allendale County. The Town of Allendale has its own Zoning and Land Management Ordinance (2013) with setback tables, but that is Town-specific and not confirmed to apply county-wide. Needs direct confirmation. setback from your property line.
Delivery to Sycamore
Residents in Sycamore are currently looking at about 1 to 2 weeks after placing an order. Benton Metal Depot is approximately 61.7 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 Allendale County-specific project photo is pending (rotates in from Trey's weekly upload per the freshness cadence).
FAQ
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. Not clearly identified for the unincorporated county — search results only surface the Town of Allendale's Building/Zoning/Business License office. No distinct "Allendale County" (vs. Town of Allendale) building department page was found; the county may share services via the Lowcountry Council of Governments. Needs direct confirmation. has requirements that can affect garage placement, including a current setback of Not found for unincorporated Allendale County. The Town of Allendale has its own Zoning and Land Management Ordinance (2013) with setback tables, but that is Town-specific and not confirmed to apply county-wide. Needs direct confirmation.. 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 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 close can my metal garage be to the property line?
The current setback in Sycamore is Not found for unincorporated Allendale County. The Town of Allendale has its own Zoning and Land Management Ordinance (2013) with setback tables, but that is Town-specific and not confirmed to apply county-wide. Needs direct confirmation., although you should confirm the requirement for your particular property with Not clearly identified for the unincorporated county — search results only surface the Town of Allendale's Building/Zoning/Business License office. No distinct "Allendale County" (vs. Town of Allendale) building department page was found; the county may share services via the Lowcountry Council of Governments. Needs direct confirmation.. 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 Sycamore?
Benton Metal Depot's Statesboro location is approximately 61.7 miles from Sycamore. The company serves residents throughout Allendale, including communities such as Lopers Crossroads, Jennys, Barton and Rouse. Current delivery time for a metal garage to the Sycamore area is about 1 to 2 weeks.
How long does it take to get a metal garage delivered to Sycamore?
Current delivery time to Sycamore 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 Sycamore 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
- ◦ 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.
- ◦ 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.
- ◦ 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.
- ◦ Building Footprint
- The amount of ground the garage takes up, based on its outside width and length.
- ◦ 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.
- ◦ Walk Door
- A regular entry door that lets you enter the garage without opening one of the larger vehicle doors.
Sycamore, Allendale County — At a Glance
- Permit Authority Name
- Not clearly identified for the unincorporated county — search results only surface the Town of Allendale's Building/Zoning/Business License office. No distinct "Allendale County" (vs. Town of Allendale) building department page was found; the county may share services via the Lowcountry Council of Governments. Needs direct confirmation.
- Permit Authority Url
- https://www.allendalecounty.com/ (county homepage; no dedicated building/permitting subpage located) — https://townofallendale.sc.gov/building-zoning-and-business-license is the closest confirmed permitting office found, but it is Town-level, not county-level
- Permit Threshold Sqft
- Not found for the county specifically. One secondary source notes that in Allendale County, a carport under 200 sq ft may only need a zoning permit while a building permit is required above 200 sq ft, but this was not confirmed against a primary county ordinance. Needs direct confirmation.
- Setback Feet Side Rear
- Not found for unincorporated Allendale County. The Town of Allendale has its own Zoning and Land Management Ordinance (2013) with setback tables, but that is Town-specific and not confirmed to apply county-wide. Needs direct confirmation.
- Wind Load Zone
- Inland South Carolina — roughly 120-130 mph (ASCE 7, Exposure C). NOT a verified figure; Allendale County is well inland (bordering Georgia along the Savannah River) and the exact design wind speed depends on the ASCE 7 edition adopted and must be confirmed with a SC-licensed engineer or the county building official.
- Coastal
- Drive Miles
- 61.7
- Drive Minutes
- 80
- Nearby Towns
- Lopers Crossroads, Jennys, Barton, Rouse
- 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 Sycamore 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 Sycamore?
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://townofallendale.sc.gov/building-zoning-and-business-license (Town-level, may not cover unincorporated county); https://www.allendalecounty.com/ (county homepage) (2026)
- https://www.allendalecounty.com/ and https://townofallendale.sc.gov/building-zoning-and-business-license (2026)
- Secondary aggregator source only (coldspringmetal.com); no primary Allendale County ordinance located (2026)
- https://townofallendale.sc.gov/sites/townofallendale/files/Documents/Allendale_ZO_FINAL(9-10-13).pdf (Town-level only) (2026)
- General ASCE 7 inland-South-Carolina range (aggregated secondary sources, e.g. windload.solutions) — no county-specific or primary map source found (2026)
- Given/client spec — Allendale County, SC is inland (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)
