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Lanzarote's Island Council Declares the House of César Manrique No Longer a Cultural Heritage Site

Published: July 14, 2025|culture-and-arts|Gobierno de Canarias

Lanzarote Island Council Declares Procedure to Designate César Manrique's House as Expired and Filed

The Lanzarote Island Council has officially declared the procedure to designate César Manrique's house in Haría as a Cultural Interest Asset (BIC) as expired and filed.

Background

  • The process was originally initiated in August 2021 to protect Manrique’s historic home.
  • It was suspended due to administrative delays.
  • The delays surpassed the legal 24-month resolution window by over a year.

According to Canary Islands' heritage law, procedures must be concluded promptly, and delays can lead to a declaration of expiration.

Implications

  • The decision now clears the way for potential future applications.
  • It halts current efforts to grant the property protected status.
  • This development impacts cultural preservation plans.
  • Highlights bureaucratic hurdles in safeguarding iconic local sites.

Next Steps

  • Property owners and local authorities will be notified.
  • The decision can still be challenged via administrative or judicial channels within the next two months.