La Laguna Expands Heritage Inventory in Geneto and Los Baldíos by 68%
La Laguna has expanded its heritage inventory in the Geneto and Los Baldíos districts by 68%, identifying 182 sites of ethnographic interest to guide future urban planning and land management.
La Laguna has updated its heritage inventory for the Geneto and Los Baldíos districts, marking a major shift in how the Tenerife municipality manages its urban planning. According to the City Council, the number of identified sites of ethnographic interest has grown to 182—a 68% increase from the previous registry. This data will be integrated into the upcoming General Urban Development Plan (PGO) to provide the Urban Planning Department with a reliable database that offers legal clarity for both the local government and private property owners.
The study was conducted by the consultancy firm Trivo, in partnership with Cultania. A team of archaeologists, anthropologists, and historians carried out the survey, using a mix of historical maps, aerial photography, fieldwork, and interviews with local residents. Adolfo Cordobés, the Councilor for Land Use Planning, highlighted that these neighborhood testimonies were essential for recovering traditional names and land uses that were missing from official records.
The inventory highlights the unique rural character of the area. The majority of the 182 sites—112 in total—are farm-related domestic structures, often featuring traditional hipped roofs and layouts aligned with old paths. The remaining sites include water infrastructure like ponds and reservoirs (13.2% of the total), as well as threshing floors, housing complexes, caves, apiaries, and religious landmarks.
Despite these findings, the report warns that much of this heritage is in poor condition. Factors such as the decline of traditional farming, urban development, and overgrowth have led to significant deterioration. Only religious sites, such as hermitages and calvaries, remain well-preserved, largely thanks to the efforts of the local community.
The City Council clarified that this inventory is currently for informational and planning purposes only. While the report includes detailed files, coordinates, and protection proposals, it does not change the legal status of any properties. Instead, it serves as a technical foundation for future planning decisions, which will follow standard regulatory processes, including public reviews and mandatory reports.