Reviewed by the Benton Metal Depot team · Updated
Are you running out of room in the driveway, shed or workshop? A metal garage can put vehicles, tools and equipment under one roof. Benton Metal Depot supplies garage packages to customers in Washington and across Berkeley, with different building sizes depending on the amount of space the property owner needs.
Key Points
- ◦Doors, windows and other selections can change the final cost of a garage.
- ◦Delivery to Washington is currently estimated at 1 to 2 weeks.
- ◦A metal garage can be used as parking, storage, equipment and work space under the same roof.
- ◦Benton Metal Depot is approximately 190.8 miles from Washington.
- ◦Get the final garage dimensions before completing permanent site work.
At a Glance
| Permit threshold |
200
As of 2026 · Source |
|---|---|
| Setback (side/rear) |
Not confirmed. A search result appeared to describe a "within 3 ft of the main building counts as part of the main building for setback purposes" rule, but that language traces to the City of Berkeley, California's municipal code, not Berkeley County, SC — it was NOT used here to avoid misattributing a fact to the wrong jurisdiction. Berkeley County SC's own accessory-structure setback table needs direct primary-source lookup before publishing any number.
As of 2026 · Source |
| Wind load zone |
Berkeley County design criteria require a minimum of 133 mph wind design ("D" seismic for commercial, "D-2" for residential"), per the county's own building-regulations documentation — a real, county-published figure rather than a generic estimate, but still confirm which code edition/map this is tied to (and whether it applies county-wide or only near the coastal/Charleston-adjacent portion of the county) with a licensed SC engineer or the county building official before treating it as final.
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 |
249
As of 2026 · Source |
Permits & Setbacks in Berkeley County
Berkeley's permitting office, Berkeley County Building and Codes Enforcement, sets the accessory-structure line at 200 square feet — build under that and you generally skip the full building-permit process, though a setback of Not confirmed. A search result appeared to describe a "within 3 ft of the main building counts as part of the main building for setback purposes" rule, but that language traces to the City of Berkeley, California's municipal code, not Berkeley County, SC — it was NOT used here to avoid misattributing a fact to the wrong jurisdiction. Berkeley County SC's own accessory-structure setback table needs direct primary-source lookup before publishing any number. still applies. Confirm your lot's zoning district before ordering, since setbacks vary by district.
Delivery to Washington
Residents in Washington are currently looking at about 1 to 2 weeks after placing an order. Benton Metal Depot is approximately 190.8 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 Berkeley 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 Berkeley County Building and Codes Enforcement. 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 Washington?
Current delivery time to Washington 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 Washington 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 close can my metal garage be to the property line?
The current setback in Washington is Not confirmed. A search result appeared to describe a "within 3 ft of the main building counts as part of the main building for setback purposes" rule, but that language traces to the City of Berkeley, California's municipal code, not Berkeley County, SC — it was NOT used here to avoid misattributing a fact to the wrong jurisdiction. Berkeley County SC's own accessory-structure setback table needs direct primary-source lookup before publishing any number., although you should confirm the requirement for your particular property with Berkeley County Building and Codes Enforcement. 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 Washington?
Benton Metal Depot's Statesboro location is approximately 190.8 miles from Washington. The company serves residents throughout Berkeley, including communities such as Beufordtown, Palmerville, Honey Hill and Turkey Pond. Current delivery time for a metal garage to the Washington 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 Washington, 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. Berkeley County Building and Codes Enforcement has requirements that can affect garage placement, including a current setback of Not confirmed. A search result appeared to describe a "within 3 ft of the main building counts as part of the main building for setback purposes" rule, but that language traces to the City of Berkeley, California's municipal code, not Berkeley County, SC — it was NOT used here to avoid misattributing a fact to the wrong jurisdiction. Berkeley County SC's own accessory-structure setback table needs direct primary-source lookup before publishing any number.. Check the rules for your address before choosing the location, particularly if you're working with limited room between the house and property line.
Definitions
- ◦ 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.
- ◦ Ridge
- The top line of a pitched roof where the two sloping sides come together.
- ◦ Concrete Slab
- A flat poured-concrete surface commonly used as the finished floor and part of the foundation system for a garage.
- ◦ 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.
- ◦ Fastener
- A screw or other connector used to hold metal panels and building components securely in place.
- ◦ 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.
- ◦ Setback
- The required amount of space between your garage and a property line, road or another boundary covered by local rules.
Washington, Berkeley County — At a Glance
- Permit Authority Name
- Berkeley County Building and Codes Enforcement
- Permit Authority Url
- https://berkeleycountysc.gov/dept/codes/
- Permit Threshold Sqft
- 200
- Setback Feet Side Rear
- Not confirmed. A search result appeared to describe a "within 3 ft of the main building counts as part of the main building for setback purposes" rule, but that language traces to the City of Berkeley, California's municipal code, not Berkeley County, SC — it was NOT used here to avoid misattributing a fact to the wrong jurisdiction. Berkeley County SC's own accessory-structure setback table needs direct primary-source lookup before publishing any number.
- Wind Load Zone
- Berkeley County design criteria require a minimum of 133 mph wind design ("D" seismic for commercial, "D-2" for residential"), per the county's own building-regulations documentation — a real, county-published figure rather than a generic estimate, but still confirm which code edition/map this is tied to (and whether it applies county-wide or only near the coastal/Charleston-adjacent portion of the county) with a licensed SC engineer or the county building official before treating it as final.
- Coastal
- Drive Miles
- 190.8
- Drive Minutes
- 249
- Nearby Towns
- Beufordtown, Palmerville, Honey Hill, Turkey Pond
- 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 Washington, 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 Washington?
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://berkeleycountysc.gov/dept/codes/ (2026)
- South Carolina Residential Code § R105.2 (2018 IRC, adopted statewide) — same statewide default as neighboring Dorchester/Aiken counties; not independently re-confirmed on a Berkeley County-specific page in this pass, so verify against Berkeley County's current permit application guidance before publishing (2026)
- https://berkeleycountysc.gov/wp-content/uploads/docs/Buildings-and-Building-Regulations.pdf (not independently readable as text in this pass) and https://library.municode.com/sc/berkeley_county/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=COOR_CH11BUBURE (2026)
- https://berkeleycountysc.gov/wp-content/uploads/docs/Buildings-and-Building-Regulations.pdf (2026)
- Berkeley County is not among the coastal counties named in the client spec, though its southeastern portion borders Charleston County/the coast directly (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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