The island corporation, through its second vice-president, has voiced concerns over the Santa Cruz Port Authority's decision to award the silo's demolition contract, despite prior warnings regarding its heritage importance.
“"This is a building with appreciable architectural values, which is why the Port Authority must conduct a study of its heritage values in compliance with the Spanish Historical Heritage Law."
The Cabildo had formally urged the Port Authority to conduct a thorough technical study of the property's heritage values, as required by the Spanish Historical Heritage Law, a responsibility that falls under the state body's purview.
Concurrently, the Government of the Canary Islands, through its General Directorate of Culture and Cultural Heritage, has formally requested the Ministry of Culture to adopt urgent actions to prevent the demolition of this unique building.
The building is currently subject to a public tender process for its demolition by the Santa Cruz de Tenerife Port Authority, with a budget of approximately 1.5 million euros.
