Car garage space

How much space should a car have within a garage? In other words, aside from the space needed to open the doors and get out, how much extra space should you have to ensure you can drive in and out comfortably?

Asked by Jenny on 19th Oct 2022
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"The optimal dimensions of a garage for one car are 7 meters long, 4 meters wide and 2, 3 or 4 meters high"
Answered on 19th Oct 2022 - Member since Jan 2022 - report
"I'd say roughly a metre and a half all the way around"
Answered on 19th Oct 2022 - Member since Sep 2022 - report
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