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 Levy and across Jasper, with different building sizes depending on the amount of space the property owner needs.
Key Points
- ◦Get the final garage dimensions before completing permanent site work.
- ◦A metal garage can be used as parking, storage, equipment and work space under the same roof.
- ◦Benton Metal Depot is approximately 65 miles from Levy.
- ◦Delivery to Levy is currently estimated at 1 to 2 weeks.
- ◦Doors, windows and other selections can change the final cost of a garage.
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 |
83
As of 2026 · Source |
Permits & Setbacks in Jasper County
Jasper treats a metal garage like any other accessory structure: under 200 square feet, Jasper County Planning and Building Services Department typically doesn't require a full permit, but the 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). setback rule still governs where it can sit on the lot.
Delivery to Levy
Metal garage delivery to Levy can take about 1 to 2 weeks. Use that time to take care of permits and get the site ready if work is needed beforehand. If you're hiring someone for grading or concrete, coordinate those jobs around the delivery schedule instead of trying to squeeze everything in at the last minute.
Representative product photo — a Jasper County-specific project photo is pending (rotates in from Trey's weekly upload per the freshness cadence).
FAQ
Do I need a permit for a metal garage in Levy?
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 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.
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 Jasper County Planning and Building Services 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 Levy, 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.
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.
How far is Benton Metal Depot from Levy?
Benton Metal Depot's Statesboro location is approximately 65 miles from Levy. The company serves residents throughout Jasper, including communities such as Pritchard, Mill Stone Landing, Baker Hill and Deerfield. Current delivery time for a metal garage to the Levy 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.
- ◦ 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.
- ◦ 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.
- ◦ Concrete Slab
- A flat poured-concrete surface commonly used as the finished floor and part of the foundation system for a garage.
- ◦ 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.
- ◦ Building Permit
- Approval from the local government to construct a building under the building and zoning rules that apply to the property.
Levy, 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
- 65
- Drive Minutes
- 83
- Nearby Towns
- Pritchard, Mill Stone Landing, Baker Hill, Deerfield
- 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 Levy, 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 Levy?
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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