Bristol County · Rhode Island
Metal buildings in Barrington, RI.
We supply detached garages, barns, sheds and more across Barrington. Our work reaches from the R-10 and R-25 neighborhoods to the AR agricultural land in town, and anywhere else you’re building.
Barn, AR district
3,000 sq ft
Barn height
35 ft
Garden shed
240 sq ft, one story
From the house
5 ft
From the Barrington Zoning Ordinance, Chapter 185, Sections 185-8 through 185-14 (as amended through 2023).
What people build in Barrington
Barrington allows real barns in its agricultural district and keeps garages sized to a household.
Barns
In the AR district: up to 3,000 sq ft and 35 feet for livestock or farm machinery.
Going bigger
The Zoning Board of Review can approve a larger or taller barn by special use permit.
Garages
Sized for up to four vehicles in R-10 and R-25, and five in R-40.
Sheds
Garden and tool sheds: one story and up to 240 sq ft.
We work in tubular steel, cold-formed steel, steel truss and red iron. See what a steel building costs.
Permitting metal buildings in Barrington
Barrington’s rules focus on use, size and placement.
Placement
- 5 feet from the house.
- Barns meet AR house setbacks.
Horses
- Riding stables are allowed in AR.
- Barns hold livestock there too.
Containers
- Storage containers: 60 days.
- Longer needs a special use permit.
In Barrington, the AR district allows a 3,000 sq ft, 35-foot barn. Bigger is possible by special use permit.
Accessory setbacks vary by district; we confirm by address. See all of Rhode Island.
Start with a conversation
Let’s talk about your Barrington project.
Tell us what you’re planning and where you’re building. We’ll help you work out the next steps.
- Tell us what and whereSend us the size, how you’ll use the building and the address.
- We check the siteWe confirm who permits the address and which code and loads apply.
- You get a clear recommendationWe recommend the frame that fits and price it against the alternatives.
Or call
417-218-8348
