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Fall in Son Gotleu: A dramatic morning and the question of roof safety

Roof Access and Safety in Older Mallorca Buildings

Older buildings in Mallorca may have roof access, but safety depends on railings, maintenance and clear access rules.

Published: April 21, 2026
Fall in Son Gotleu: A dramatic morning and the question of roof safety

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Is it common to have roof access in older buildings in Mallorca?

In some older residential buildings in Mallorca, especially in places like Son Gotleu, roof access, flat roofs and service areas can be part of the building layout. That does not make them unsafe by default, but it does mean access points, railings and maintenance matter a lot. When those safeguards are missing or neglected, the risk of accidents rises.

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