Candelaria Faces Administrative Hurdles Clearing 46 Abandoned Vehicles
The Candelaria City Council is working to remove 46 abandoned vehicles, urging residents to report sightings via the "Cuidamos Candelaria" platform as the administration navigates complex legal procedures to clear the streets.
The Candelaria City Council is currently managing 46 cases of abandoned vehicles, a task that has become a significant administrative challenge. According to the Villa Mariana City Council, the process is complicated by strict legal deadlines. While three vehicles were successfully removed this August, the remaining 43 are still moving through the necessary procedures.
Abandoned cars negatively impact both traffic flow and the appearance of the city, requiring formal municipal intervention. The process begins when the Local Police identify a vehicle and open a file, which may include fines for missing insurance or an expired technical inspection (ITV). Officers re-check the vehicle after 20 days; if it has not been moved, they send a formal notice to the owner. If the owner cannot be reached, the council publishes a notice in the Official Gazette of the Province (BOP). After another month, the vehicle is legally classified as solid urban waste.
The local administration notes that the costs of removing these vehicles are ultimately charged to the owners, who are responsible for their property.
To assist with these efforts, the City Council is encouraging residents to help by reporting abandoned vehicles via the "Cuidamos Candelaria" digital platform. This citizen feedback helps municipal services identify problem areas more quickly, ensuring that public spaces remain safe and functional for everyone.