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Appeared Overnight: Log Benches Between Bunyola and Orient – Nice Gesture or Unresolved Issue?

Liability for Unauthorised Benches in Public Space

Responsibility usually lies with the installer, but public authorities may become involved if a safety problem occurs.

Published: April 22, 2026
Appeared Overnight: Log Benches Between Bunyola and Orient – Nice Gesture or Unresolved Issue?

Answer

Who is responsible if someone is injured on a bench placed in public space in Mallorca?

In principle, the person or entity that installed the bench carries the responsibility. In practice, local authorities may become involved if there is a safety issue or a complaint. That is why documentation, maintenance and clear ownership matter so much for any installation in public space.

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