Reviewed by the Benton Metal Depot team · Updated
If you're shopping for a metal garage in Briars, 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 Beaufort.
Key Points
- ◦Get the final garage dimensions before completing permanent site work.
- ◦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 For accessory structures 16 ft or less in height: 5 ft from both side and rear property lines. For structures over 16 ft in height, the zoning district's general dimensional standards in the Land Development Ordinance apply instead — those district-specific figures were not independently pulled..
- ◦Benton serves Hendersonville, Pocotaligo, McPhersonville and Brewton and other communities around Briars.
- ◦In Briars, a building permit is required once the garage exceeds 200 square feet.
At a Glance
| Permit threshold |
200
As of 2026 · Source |
|---|---|
| Setback (side/rear) |
For accessory structures 16 ft or less in height: 5 ft from both side and rear property lines. For structures over 16 ft in height, the zoning district's general dimensional standards in the Land Development Ordinance apply instead — those district-specific figures were not independently pulled.
As of 2026 · Source |
| Wind load zone |
Coastal South Carolina Wind Zone 3 / Coastal High-Hazard area — secondary sources put design wind speeds at roughly 130-150 mph, with 150 mph (or 140 mph within one mile of the coastline) commonly cited for SC Wind Zone 3. Exact figure for a specific parcel depends on distance from the coast, ASCE 7 edition, exposure, and risk category, and must be confirmed with an SC-licensed engineer or the county building official before publishing.
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 |
119
As of 2026 · Source |
Permits & Setbacks in Beaufort County
Beaufort treats a metal garage like any other accessory structure: under 200 square feet, Beaufort County Community Development Department, Building Codes / Inspections Division typically doesn't require a full permit, but the For accessory structures 16 ft or less in height: 5 ft from both side and rear property lines. For structures over 16 ft in height, the zoning district's general dimensional standards in the Land Development Ordinance apply instead — those district-specific figures were not independently pulled. setback rule still governs where it can sit on the lot.
Delivery to Briars
Residents in Briars are currently looking at about 1 to 2 weeks after placing an order. Benton Metal Depot is approximately 97.9 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 Beaufort County-specific project photo is pending (rotates in from Trey's weekly upload per the freshness cadence).
FAQ
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 Briars, make sure the garage specifications and site plan also meet the local requirements that apply to the property.
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.
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 Briars?
That depends on the garage and the requirements of Beaufort County Community Development Department, Building Codes / Inspections Division. The current rule requires a permit once the garage exceeds 200 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.
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 Beaufort County Community Development Department, Building Codes / Inspections Division. 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 Briars 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 long does it take to get a metal garage delivered to Briars?
Current delivery time to Briars 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 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.
Definitions
- ◦ 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.
- ◦ Trim
- The finished metal pieces used along corners, roof edges, openings and other transitions on the building.
- ◦ Eave Height
- The height of the sidewall measured to the point where the wall and roof meet.
- ◦ Clear Span
- Open floor space between the building's exterior supports without interior columns getting in the way.
- ◦ Wall Panel
- Formed metal sheet used to enclose and protect the exterior walls 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.
- ◦ Overhead Door
- The large door that opens upward to let cars, trucks or equipment move in and out of the garage.
- ◦ Concrete Slab
- A flat poured-concrete surface commonly used as the finished floor and part of the foundation system for a garage.
- ◦ Roof Pitch
- How steep the roof is, usually described by how much it rises over a set horizontal distance.
Briars, Beaufort County — At a Glance
- Permit Authority Name
- Beaufort County Community Development Department, Building Codes / Inspections Division
- Permit Authority Url
- https://www.beaufortcountysc.gov/building-codes/requirements.html
- Permit Threshold Sqft
- 200
- Setback Feet Side Rear
- For accessory structures 16 ft or less in height: 5 ft from both side and rear property lines. For structures over 16 ft in height, the zoning district's general dimensional standards in the Land Development Ordinance apply instead — those district-specific figures were not independently pulled.
- Wind Load Zone
- Coastal South Carolina Wind Zone 3 / Coastal High-Hazard area — secondary sources put design wind speeds at roughly 130-150 mph, with 150 mph (or 140 mph within one mile of the coastline) commonly cited for SC Wind Zone 3. Exact figure for a specific parcel depends on distance from the coast, ASCE 7 edition, exposure, and risk category, and must be confirmed with an SC-licensed engineer or the county building official before publishing.
- Coastal
- 1
- Drive Miles
- 97.9
- Drive Minutes
- 119
- Nearby Towns
- Hendersonville, Pocotaligo, McPhersonville, Brewton
- 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 Briars 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 Briars?
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.beaufortcountysc.gov/building-codes/index.html (2026)
- https://www.beaufortcountysc.gov/building-codes/requirements.html (2026)
- https://www.beaufortcountysc.gov/code-enforcement/faq.html ("Accessory structures 200 square feet and larger require a Building Permit... including pre-built structures"; a Zoning Permit is also required before placing any accessory structure) (2026)
- https://www.beaufortcountysc.gov/code-enforcement/faq.html — cross-reference against primary Beaufort County Land Development Code, Art. 4 Div. 4.2 "Accessory Uses and Structures" at https://library.municode.com/sc/beaufort_county (2026)
- Aggregated from windload.solutions/south-carolina-wind-load-requirements and scbaldwin.com/blog/coastal-building-codes-wind-salt-air-sc — no Beaufort County-specific primary wind-speed map/ordinance page was located; needs verification (2026)
- Given/client spec — Beaufort County is a coastal South Carolina county (Atlantic coastline, Sea Islands) (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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