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 Kress and across Jasper, with different building sizes depending on the amount of space the property owner needs.
Key Points
- ◦In Kress, a building permit is required once the garage exceeds 200 square feet.
- ◦Benton serves Hendersonville, Pocotaligo, McPhersonville and Brewton and other communities around Kress.
- ◦Check the permit and setback rules before deciding exactly where the garage will go.
- ◦The current local setback for a metal garage is Not confirmed — Jasper County Code Title 20 (Zoning) contains a district-by-district setback table but exact figures were not extractable via search. Needs direct confirmation with Planning and Building Services (843-717-3650)..
- ◦Plan for door clearance and walking room when deciding how wide your garage needs to be.
At a Glance
| Permit threshold |
200
As of 2026 · Source |
|---|---|
| Setback (side/rear) |
Not confirmed — Jasper County Code Title 20 (Zoning) contains a district-by-district setback table but exact figures were not extractable via search. Needs direct confirmation with Planning and Building Services (843-717-3650).
As of 2026 · Source |
| Wind load zone |
Coastal/near-coastal South Carolina — secondary sources place Jasper County in a Coastal High Hazard range of roughly 130-150 mph (ASCE 7-16, 3-second gust), likely tapering toward the lower end moving inland from the coast toward Ridgeland/Hardeeville. This is NOT a verified county-specific figure — South Carolina jurisdictions may reference ASCE 7-10 or ASCE 7-16 depending on local adoption, and the exact design wind speed for a given parcel must be confirmed with a SC-licensed engineer, the ATC Hazards by Location tool, 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 Jasper County
Jasper's permitting office, Jasper County Planning and Building Services Department, 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 — Jasper County Code Title 20 (Zoning) contains a district-by-district setback table but exact figures were not extractable via search. Needs direct confirmation with Planning and Building Services (843-717-3650). still applies. Confirm your lot's zoning district before ordering, since setbacks vary by district.
Delivery to Kress
Residents in Kress 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 Jasper County-specific project photo is pending (rotates in from Trey's weekly upload per the freshness cadence).
FAQ
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. Jasper County Planning and Building Services Department has requirements that can affect garage placement, including a current setback of Not confirmed — Jasper County Code Title 20 (Zoning) contains a district-by-district setback table but exact figures were not extractable via search. Needs direct confirmation with Planning and Building Services (843-717-3650).. Check the rules for your address before choosing the location, particularly if you're working with limited room between the house and property line.
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 Kress?
That depends on the garage and the requirements of Jasper County Planning and Building Services Department. 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.
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.
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.
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.
How far is Benton Metal Depot from Kress?
Benton Metal Depot's Statesboro location is approximately 97.9 miles from Kress. The company serves residents throughout Jasper, including communities such as Hendersonville, Pocotaligo, McPhersonville and Brewton. Current delivery time for a metal garage to the Kress area is about 1 to 2 weeks.
Definitions
- ◦ Walk Door
- A regular entry door that lets you enter the garage without opening one of the larger vehicle doors.
- ◦ Eave Height
- The height of the sidewall measured to the point where the wall and roof meet.
- ◦ Trim
- The finished metal pieces used along corners, roof edges, openings and other transitions on the building.
- ◦ 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.
- ◦ Concrete Slab
- A flat poured-concrete surface commonly used as the finished floor and part of the foundation system for a 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.
- ◦ 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.
Kress, Jasper County — At a Glance
- Permit Authority Name
- Jasper County Planning and Building Services Department
- Permit Authority Url
- https://www.jaspercountysc.gov/services/planning-and-building/
- Permit Threshold Sqft
- 200
- Setback Feet Side Rear
- Not confirmed — Jasper County Code Title 20 (Zoning) contains a district-by-district setback table but exact figures were not extractable via search. Needs direct confirmation with Planning and Building Services (843-717-3650).
- Wind Load Zone
- Coastal/near-coastal South Carolina — secondary sources place Jasper County in a Coastal High Hazard range of roughly 130-150 mph (ASCE 7-16, 3-second gust), likely tapering toward the lower end moving inland from the coast toward Ridgeland/Hardeeville. This is NOT a verified county-specific figure — South Carolina jurisdictions may reference ASCE 7-10 or ASCE 7-16 depending on local adoption, and the exact design wind speed for a given parcel must be confirmed with a SC-licensed engineer, the ATC Hazards by Location tool, 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
Benton Metal Depot manufactures metal products in Statesboro and has served residential, agricultural and commercial customers since 2004. For someone building a garage in Kress, 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 Kress?
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.jaspercountysc.gov/services/planning-and-building/ (2026)
- Jasper County Code § 20.90.060 (Improvement Location Permit), as cited by https://jasper.county.codes/JCC/20.90.060 and summarized by secondary sources: "residential accessory structures less than 200 square feet, commercial accessory structures less than 120 square feet" are exempt from a building permit (zoning/setback compliance still required). Verify against the primary code text directly. (2026)
- https://www.jaspercountysc.gov/services/planning-and-building/ordinances-regulations/ (2026)
- Aggregated from windload.solutions (South Carolina Wind Load Requirements) and general ASCE 7-16 coastal SC guidance — no Jasper County-specific primary map source found (2026)
- Given/client spec — Jasper County, SC is a coastal county (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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