Reviewed by the Benton Metal Depot team · Updated
A workshop needs to work just as well on the inside as it looks on the outside. Door placement, equipment clearance, workbenches and storage all affect how useful the space will be. Benton Metal Depot supplies metal shop buildings throughout Charlton.
Key Points
- ◦Door size and placement should account for the largest equipment you expect to move into the shop.
- ◦In Newell, a permit from Charlton County Building Inspections / Permitting & Code Enforcement is required once the workshop exceeds Not found. The only published sqft figure on the county site is a 120 sq ft storage-building cap that applies narrowly to individual lots inside manufactured-home parks (Code of Ordinances Ch. 150), not a general residential/accessory permit exemption. Needs direct confirmation with Charlton County Building Inspections (912-496-3826). square feet.
- ◦Decide on the final building dimensions before completing permanent site work.
- ◦Current lead time for a metal shop building to Newell is 1 to 2 weeks.
- ◦Benton's metal shop buildings use 29-gauge and 26-gauge Rib panels -- Benton's existing standard gauge/profile for pole-barn, carport, and agricultural structures. panels.
At a Glance
| Permit threshold |
Not found. The only published sqft figure on the county site is a 120 sq ft storage-building cap that applies narrowly to individual lots inside manufactured-home parks (Code of Ordinances Ch. 150), not a general residential/accessory permit exemption. Needs direct confirmation with Charlton County Building Inspections (912-496-3826).
As of 2026 · Source |
|---|---|
| Setback (side/rear) |
Not found. No general accessory-structure setback table for residential/agricultural zoning districts was located on the county site or in the searchable Code of Ordinances. Needs direct confirmation with Charlton County Building Inspections/Code Enforcement (912-496-3826).
As of 2026 · Source |
| Wind load zone |
Southeast Georgia coastal plain, inland but relatively close to the Atlantic (~35-40 miles) — roughly 120-140 mph (ASCE 7, Exposure C), likely toward the higher end of Georgia's inland range given proximity to the coast. NOT a verified figure; depends on which ASCE 7/IBC edition Charlton County has adopted and must be confirmed with a GA-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 |
178
As of 2026 · Source |
Permits & Setbacks in Charlton County
Getting the needed permits aren't exactly the exciting part of getting a workshop, but they're much easier to handle before construction begins. The current permit threshold for a workshop in Newell is Not found. The only published sqft figure on the county site is a 120 sq ft storage-building cap that applies narrowly to individual lots inside manufactured-home parks (Code of Ordinances Ch. 150), not a general residential/accessory permit exemption. Needs direct confirmation with Charlton County Building Inspections (912-496-3826). square feet, with a setback of Not found. No general accessory-structure setback table for residential/agricultural zoning districts was located on the county site or in the searchable Code of Ordinances. Needs direct confirmation with Charlton County Building Inspections/Code Enforcement (912-496-3826).. Those requirements are handled by Charlton County Building Inspections / Permitting & Code Enforcement. Local rules can change and individual properties may have additional restrictions, so confirm what applies to the project before committing to the building location or completing permanent site work.
Delivery to Newell
A little scheduling now can keep the workshop project from turning into several contractors waiting on one another later. Metal workshop delivery to Newell currently takes approximately 1 to 2 weeks. Benton Metal Depot is about 122.9 miles away. If concrete or site preparation is needed, use that window to coordinate the work around the expected building schedule.
Representative product photo — a Charlton County-specific project photo is pending (rotates in from Trey's weekly upload per the freshness cadence).
FAQ
What kind of panels are used on Benton metal workshops?
Benton's metal shop buildings use 29-gauge and 26-gauge Rib panels -- Benton's existing standard gauge/profile for pole-barn, carport, and agricultural structures. panels. The panel specification is worth checking when you're comparing workshops because the metal roofing and siding make up the exterior envelope of the structure. Benton manufactures metal building products in Statesboro and can quote the materials based on the specifications of the workshop you want to get.
What size metal shop building do I need?
Start with your largest equipment and work backward from there. Add space for workbenches, toolboxes, shelving and clear walking areas. If vehicles or machinery will be worked on inside, allow room around them rather than just enough space to park them. It's also smart to plan for tools or equipment you may add later.
What should I do before pouring a slab for my workshop?
Finalize the building dimensions and confirm the local requirements first. You don't want to discover after the concrete is down that the slab is the wrong size or the shop is sitting too close to a property line. Check the requirements with Charlton County Building Inspections / Permitting & Code Enforcement and coordinate the concrete dimensions with the specifications for your actual building.
How tall should my metal shop building be?
Think about what's going through the doors and what will happen inside. Taller vehicles, equipment, lifts or overhead storage can all affect the height you need. Don't choose wall height based only on how the building looks from outside. Make sure the interior clearance works with both your current equipment and anything you're likely to add later.
How long does it take to get a metal shop building?
Lead time to Newell is approximately 1 to 2 weeks. You can use that period to work through permits and any site preparation the project requires. If you're coordinating concrete or contractors, base their schedules on the timeline of your order rather than a general estimate.
How many workshop colors can I choose from?
There are currently 7 colors available for metal shop buildings. Color can be purely a matter of preference, or you may want the shop to coordinate with your home, barn or another building already on the property. It's worth looking at the available finishes before finalizing the exterior rather than treating color as a last-minute decision.
Do I need a permit for a workshop in Newell?
The requirements in Newell are handled by Charlton County Building Inspections / Permitting & Code Enforcement. Currently, a permit is required once the building exceeds Not found. The only published sqft figure on the county site is a 120 sq ft storage-building cap that applies narrowly to individual lots inside manufactured-home parks (Code of Ordinances Ch. 150), not a general residential/accessory permit exemption. Needs direct confirmation with Charlton County Building Inspections (912-496-3826). square feet. Other local rules can affect the building location as well, so check the requirements before pouring concrete or doing permanent site work. It's easier to change the plan before the property has been prepared.
Can I store equipment in my workshop too?
Absolutely. Many shops do double duty as work and storage space. Just make sure storage doesn't consume the room you need to actually work. Shelving and equipment placed around the perimeter can help preserve open floor space. If large machinery will be stored inside, include its dimensions when you're deciding how large the building needs to be.
Definitions
- ◦ Insulation
- Material used to reduce heat transfer through the building envelope and help control interior conditions.
- ◦ Eave Height
- The height of the shop's sidewall where it meets the lower edge of the roof.
- ◦ Wall Panel
- A formed metal sheet used to enclose the exterior walls of the shop.
- ◦ Roof Panel
- A formed metal sheet used as part of the exterior roofing system on the workshop.
- ◦ Bay
- A section of the building between structural supports. Bay spacing can affect how the interior and exterior openings are laid out.
- ◦ Building Permit
- Local government approval allowing construction to proceed under the building and zoning requirements that apply to the project.
- ◦ Concrete Slab
- A poured concrete surface that can serve as the shop floor and part of the building's foundation system when the design calls for one.
- ◦ Ventilation
- The movement of air into and out of the workshop to help manage heat, moisture, fumes or airborne material produced by certain types of work.
- ◦ Roof Pitch
- The slope of the roof, expressed by how much it rises over a given horizontal distance.
- ◦ Overhead Door
- A large door that opens upward and is commonly used for vehicle, machinery or equipment access.
Newell, Charlton County — At a Glance
- Permit Authority Name
- Charlton County Building Inspections / Permitting & Code Enforcement
- Permit Authority Url
- https://charltoncountyga.us/180/Permitting-Code-Enforcement
- Permit Threshold Sqft
- Not found. The only published sqft figure on the county site is a 120 sq ft storage-building cap that applies narrowly to individual lots inside manufactured-home parks (Code of Ordinances Ch. 150), not a general residential/accessory permit exemption. Needs direct confirmation with Charlton County Building Inspections (912-496-3826).
- Setback Feet Side Rear
- Not found. No general accessory-structure setback table for residential/agricultural zoning districts was located on the county site or in the searchable Code of Ordinances. Needs direct confirmation with Charlton County Building Inspections/Code Enforcement (912-496-3826).
- Wind Load Zone
- Southeast Georgia coastal plain, inland but relatively close to the Atlantic (~35-40 miles) — roughly 120-140 mph (ASCE 7, Exposure C), likely toward the higher end of Georgia's inland range given proximity to the coast. NOT a verified figure; depends on which ASCE 7/IBC edition Charlton County has adopted and must be confirmed with a GA-licensed engineer or the county building official.
- Coastal
- Drive Miles
- 122.9
- Drive Minutes
- 178
- Nearby Towns
- Colerain, Mattox, Winokur, Silco
- 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 has manufactured metal products in Statesboro since 2004 and works with homeowners, contractors and property owners throughout the region. For someone planning a workshop in Newell, that means the building package can be based on the actual size, panel specifications and materials the project calls for instead of trying to piece those components together separately.
Ready to talk through your workshops project in Newell?
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 workshops specifically. (2026)
- https://charltoncountyga.us/180/Permitting-Code-Enforcement (2026)
- https://library.municode.com/ga/charlton_county/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_CH150MAHOTR and https://charltoncountyga.us/182/Code-Enforcement-Building-Inspection (2026)
- https://library.municode.com/ga/charlton_county (zoning ordinance not independently located/verified) (2026)
- General ASCE 7 southeast-Georgia range (aggregated from secondary sources) — no county-specific or primary map source found; per county site, Charlton follows IBC 2018/IRC 2018 with Georgia Amendments (2026)
- Charlton County is not among the coastal counties named in the client spec (though it is in the far southeast corner of GA, bordering Florida, and closer to the coast than most inland counties) (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)
