The island corporation considers that the demolition, scheduled for Wednesday, August 26, could cause "irreversible" damage to the cultural and archaeological heritage of the area. The house, due to its potential age, its location within an old population center, and its construction characteristics, requires thorough documentation before any action is taken.
Furthermore, the proximity of Casa Las Señoras to an archaeological site has led the Cabildo to enhance protective measures. The aim is to ensure that any intervention does not affect the property, its immediate surroundings, or the subsoil.
“"The characteristics of the house, its possible age, its location within the area of the old population center of Cueva de la Negra, its constructive features, and the available information on its historical use constitute circumstances that make it necessary to adequately know and document the property before proceeding with irreversible action upon it."
The request for these precautionary measures was submitted by the property owners on August 25. Given the "urgency" of the situation and the lack of adequate studies for the planned action, the Cabildo acted swiftly.
The institution recalls that the Canary Islands Cultural Heritage Law grants cabildos the authority to adopt precautionary measures, such as suspending works, in urgent situations to protect heritage.
