Download Authorization Template to Pick Up a Towed Car from the Municipal Depot in Benitachell (Word/PDF)

Finding out your car has been towed by the municipal crane (*grúa municipal*) is a stressful experience, especially if you are not the registered owner of the vehicle. In Spain, municipal depots have strict release protocols. If you cannot go yourself, or if the car is registered under a company or a friend's name, you will need a formal authorization letter to retrieve it. This practical guide provides you with everything you need to know and a ready-to-copy legal template adapted for Benitachell.

Instructions on how and where to submit it in Benitachell

To release a vehicle from the municipal impound lot associated with Benitachell (*Poble Nou de Benitatxell*), the authorized person must present the documentation either directly at the local municipal offices (Ayuntamiento) or at the local police (*Policía Local*) department that manages the tow yard. Follow these steps:

• Ensure the towing fees and any applicable parking fines are paid beforehand (the impound lot will provide the payment slip or proof of online payment).
• Fill out the authorization template below, ensuring both the vehicle owner (grantor) and the authorized driver (proxy) sign it.
• Bring original identification documents or certified copies for both parties.

MODELO DE AUTORIZACIÓN PARA RECOGER VEHÍCULO DEL DEPÓSITO MUNICIPAL

DON / DOÑA: [Nombre y Apellidos del Titular del Vehículo], con DNI/NIE [Número de Documento], y domicilio a efectos de notificaciones en [Dirección completa],

AUTORIZA EXPRESAMENTE A:

DON / DOÑA: [Nombre y Apellidos de la Persona Autorizada], con DNI/NIE [Número de Documento], para que en mi nombre y representación pueda retirar del Depósito Municipal de Vehículos de Benitachell el vehículo de mi propiedad con las siguientes características:

• Marca: [Marca del vehículo]
• Modelo: [Modelo del vehículo]
• Matrícula: [Número de matrícula]

La presente autorización faculta al autorizado para realizar cuantos trámites, firmas y pagos sean necesarios para la efectiva retirada del mencionado vehículo, incluyéndose la presentación de este documento junto con la documentación original del mismo.

Y para que así conste y surta los efectos oportunos, firmo la presente en Benitachell, a [Día] de [Mes] de [Año].

Fdo. El/La Titular (Mandante)                  Fdo. El/La Autorizado/a (Mandatario)

Fdo: [Nombre del Titular]                          Fdo: [Nombre del Autorizado]

Additional documentation required

In addition to the signed Spanish authorization template above, the person picking up the car in Benitachell must bring the following paperwork to avoid administrative delays:

• Valid ID (DNI, NIE, or Passport) of the authorized person.
• Photocopy of the ID of the vehicle owner who signed the authorization.
• Proof of vehicle ownership (Vehicle Registration Certificate / Permiso de Circulación).
• Valid ITV (Technical Vehicle Inspection) card, if applicable.
• Proof of mandatory vehicle insurance (*Seguro Obligatorio*).
• Receipt of payment for the towing service (*grúa*) and custody fees charged by the municipality.

Expert Tip: Municipal depots in coastal or tourist towns like Benitachell often have limited operating hours, especially during weekends or local holidays. Always call the Benitachell Local Police (*Policía Local*) beforehand to verify their exact pickup windows, confirm the total amount due, and ensure no extra administrative blocks are holding up your vehicle's release.