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Torrent Begins Emergency Demolition of 45 Flood-Damaged Buildings

The city is using emergency contracting to fast-track the works on a three-month schedule.

Overview

  • Technical inspections found severe structural damage near the Poyo and l'Horteta ravines, with multiple structures at imminent risk of collapse.
  • The operation is budgeted at €471,296, covering project drafting, site management, safety coordination and debris removal.
  • Crews will prioritize the urban core before moving to dispersed areas, targeting first the properties posing the greatest public risk.
  • Contracting was processed under Spain’s public contracts law emergency procedure with monthly certifications and strict safety measures.
  • Officials say homeowners will not be charged for demolitions or paperwork, and they are coordinating housing support and compensation using cadastral valuations.