standard size for garage

[californian]

Is there a city code on the size of garages in singe family unit. We have standard 18X20 and would like to add washer and dryer unit stacked which means it will be tight for 2 cars. I usually do not park cars in the garage so not a big issue but will it be a problem later for resale/renting the house.

 

[usctrojancpa]

Is there a city code on the size of garages in singe family unit. We have standard 18X20 and would like to add washer and dryer unit stacked which means it will be tight for 2 cars. I usually do not park cars in the garage so not a big issue but will it be a problem later for resale/renting the house.

I think most 2-car garages are 20x20 but there's no code that says they have to be any specific size.

 

[eyephone]

I usually do not park cars in the garage so not a big issue

At least your honest. TI pet peeve, park your car in your garage. 

 

[lnc]

Not sure about Irvine but in some cities it's 10' by 20' per car.

Key Measurements for the Perfect Garage

The dimension required by several cities in California is 10 by 20 feet (3 by 6 meters) per car, and this is the best minimum dimension for the average car. This will allow enough space for someone to open the doors and walk in front of and behind the car once it?s parked in the garage. Garage lengths of 24 feet (7.3 meters) allow cabinets or storage shelves to easily fit in front of parked cars.

 

[irvinehomeowner]

I feel a sudden need to tape measure my garage.

Or I can borrow ps9's laser tape.

 

[freedomcm]

i think mine is 1050 sf 

seems pretty good to me!

 

[Perspective]

Are you opening walls and adding the necessary plumbing and electrical for a washer/dryer set-up in the garage? Is this an additional laundry space for you, or are you re-purposing the laundry space in the house?

Having the washer/dryer in the garage is pretty old school. Reminds me of the neighborhood where I grew up.