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 Stafford, think about storage, door clearance, work space and what might be added later. Benton Metal Depot supplies metal garage packages for residents throughout Hampton and the surrounding area.
Key Points
- ◦Benton serves Robertville, Garnett, Shirley and Brighton and other communities around Stafford.
- ◦In Stafford, a building permit is required once the garage exceeds Not found — no explicit sqft exemption for accessory structures located on the county site; the county publishes an "Accessory Building Use Form" but a size-based exemption was not confirmed. Needs direct confirmation (803-914-2127). square feet.
- ◦Doors, windows and other selections can change the final cost of a garage.
- ◦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.
At a Glance
| Permit threshold |
Not found — no explicit sqft exemption for accessory structures located on the county site; the county publishes an "Accessory Building Use Form" but a size-based exemption was not confirmed. Needs direct confirmation (803-914-2127).
As of 2026 · Source |
|---|---|
| Setback (side/rear) |
Not retrieved — Hampton County zoning setback tables for accessory structures were not found in available search results (note: the Town of Hampton has its own separate 2010 zoning ordinance, distinct from Hampton County). Needs direct county ordinance lookup.
As of 2026 · Source |
| Wind load zone |
Inland South Carolina (Lowcountry interior) — roughly 115-120 mph (ASCE 7, Exposure C). NOT a verified figure; 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 |
72
As of 2026 · Source |
Permits & Setbacks in Hampton County
Before a metal garage goes up in Stafford, check with Hampton County Building & Planning Department — Hampton's cutoff for requiring a building permit is Not found — no explicit sqft exemption for accessory structures located on the county site; the county publishes an "Accessory Building Use Form" but a size-based exemption was not confirmed. Needs direct confirmation (803-914-2127). square feet. Below that, you still need to clear the Not retrieved — Hampton County zoning setback tables for accessory structures were not found in available search results (note: the Town of Hampton has its own separate 2010 zoning ordinance, distinct from Hampton County). Needs direct county ordinance lookup. setback from your property line.
Delivery to Stafford
The current estimate for getting a metal garage to Stafford is 1 to 2 weeks. The area is about 46.1 miles (72 minutes) from Benton Metal Depot in Statesboro. That gives you a general timeline for scheduling contractors, preparing the property and handling local permits before the building is due to arrive.
Representative product photo — a Hampton County-specific project photo is pending (rotates in from Trey's weekly upload per the freshness cadence).
FAQ
How far is Benton Metal Depot from Stafford?
Benton Metal Depot's Statesboro location is approximately 46.1 miles from Stafford. The company serves residents throughout Hampton, including communities such as Robertville, Garnett, Shirley and Brighton. Current delivery time for a metal garage to the Stafford area is about 1 to 2 weeks.
How close can my metal garage be to the property line?
The current setback in Stafford is Not retrieved — Hampton County zoning setback tables for accessory structures were not found in available search results (note: the Town of Hampton has its own separate 2010 zoning ordinance, distinct from Hampton County). Needs direct county ordinance lookup., although you should confirm the requirement for your particular property with Hampton County Building & Planning 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.
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 Hampton County Building & Planning 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.
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 Stafford, make sure the garage specifications and site plan also meet the local requirements that apply to the property.
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 Stafford 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 Stafford?
Current delivery time to Stafford 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.
Do I need a permit for a metal garage in Stafford?
That depends on the garage and the requirements of Hampton County Building & Planning Department. The current rule requires a permit once the garage exceeds Not found — no explicit sqft exemption for accessory structures located on the county site; the county publishes an "Accessory Building Use Form" but a size-based exemption was not confirmed. Needs direct confirmation (803-914-2127). 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.
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.
Definitions
- ◦ 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.
- ◦ 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.
- ◦ 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.
- ◦ 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.
- ◦ 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.
Stafford, Hampton County — At a Glance
- Permit Authority Name
- Hampton County Building & Planning Department
- Permit Authority Url
- https://www.hamptoncountysc.org/9/Building-Planning-Department
- Permit Threshold Sqft
- Not found — no explicit sqft exemption for accessory structures located on the county site; the county publishes an "Accessory Building Use Form" but a size-based exemption was not confirmed. Needs direct confirmation (803-914-2127).
- Setback Feet Side Rear
- Not retrieved — Hampton County zoning setback tables for accessory structures were not found in available search results (note: the Town of Hampton has its own separate 2010 zoning ordinance, distinct from Hampton County). Needs direct county ordinance lookup.
- Wind Load Zone
- Inland South Carolina (Lowcountry interior) — roughly 115-120 mph (ASCE 7, Exposure C). NOT a verified figure; must be confirmed with a SC-licensed engineer or the county building official.
- Coastal
- Drive Miles
- 46.1
- Drive Minutes
- 72
- Nearby Towns
- Robertville, Garnett, Shirley, Brighton
- 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 Stafford, 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 Stafford?
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.hamptoncountysc.org/9/Building-Planning-Department (2026)
- https://www.hamptoncountysc.org/349/Ordinances — needs direct lookup (2026)
- General ASCE 7 inland-SC range (windload.solutions and similar secondary sources) — no county-specific primary map source found (2026)
- Given/client spec — Hampton County is inland South Carolina (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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