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A table saw needs 8-10 feet of clear space in front (outfeed) and behind (infeed) for handling full sheets of plywood. You also need 3-4 feet on each side for crosscutting. This is why the table saw is often placed in the center of a workshop.
A single-car garage (roughly 12x20 ft) is the minimum for a functional woodworking shop. You can fit a table saw, workbench, and 2-3 smaller tools. A 2-car garage (20x24 ft) allows for a more complete shop with proper clearances.