--- title: "PA/00253/26: Change of use from existing pre-1967 palazzo in Mdina | PropertyList" url: https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00253-26/mdina-change-of-use-from-existing-pre-1967-palazzo source: PropertyList (propertylist.mt), from the Malta Planning Authority's public register retrieved: 2026-11-03 --- > Withdrawn planning application in Mdina: Change of use from existing pre-1967 palazzo (Class 1) to two separate cafes (Class 4C), and restoration of facade.… Planning applications › Mdina › PA0025326 # PA/00253/26: Change of use from existing pre-1967 palazzo in Mdina Palazzo Santa Sofia, Triq Santa Sofija c/w Triq San Pietru c/w Triq Villegaignon c/w, Triq is-Salib Imqaddes, Mdina Change of use from existing pre-1967 palazzo (Class 1) to two separate cafes (Class 4C), and restoration of facade. The internal scope of the proposal is limited only to the ground floor, includes minor internal partitioning works and no demolition of any kind. - **Status:** Withdrawn (This application for development permission has been withdrawn by the applicant.) - **Location:** Palazzo Santa Sofia, Triq Santa Sofija c/w Triq San Pietru c/w Triq Villegaignon c/w, Triq is-Salib Imqaddes, Mdina - **Locality:** [Mdina](https://propertylist.mt/planning-applications/mdina) - **Applicant:** Francesco Apap Bologna - **Perit:** [Perit Sergio De Gabriele](https://propertylist.mt/perit/sergio-de-gabriele) - **Application type:** Full development permission - **Zone:** Within Development Zone - **Type of works:** Change of Use - **Received:** 7 October 2025 - **Validated:** 21 January 2026 - **Published:** 21 January 2026 - **Comments close:** 20 February 2026 [Case details on the Planning Authority website](https://www.pa.org.mt/pacasedetails?CaseType=PA/00253/26) [Plans, case officer report and decision on eapps](https://eapps.pa.org.mt/Case/CaseDetails?caseType=PA&casenumber=00253&caseYear=26) ## Planning activity around Palazzo Santa Sofia, Triq Santa Sofija c/w Triq San Pietru c/w Triq Villegaignon c/w, Triq is-Salib Imqaddes, Mdina 36 other applications within 300 m: 19 granted, 1 refused, 4 pending. 95% of decided applications nearby were granted. Tallest granted nearby: 3 floors (PA/01258/25). Approval estimate for change of use applications like this here: about 95% (likely range 65–100%, low reliability, from 4 comparable decisions nearby). Indicative only. It's based on decisions for similar nearby applications, not on the drawings or the case officer's report; it gets better as documents are added from eapps. - [**PA/05455/25** Mdina](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05455-25/mdina-restoration-and-rehabilitation-of-a-pre-1968-grade): Restoration and rehabilitation of a pre-1968 Grade 1 listed building, including change of use from Class 1 residential to Class 3B hotel with ancillary… Granted, validated 27 August 2025, 2 floors plus a receded floor, 22 m away - [**PA/00409/24** Mdina](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00409-24/mdina-sanction-the-introduction-of-i-sections): To sanction the introduction of I – sections to reinforce existing deteriorated reinforced concrete roof over existing garage. Change of use and extension of… Granted, validated 31 January 2024, 43 m away - [**PA/02112/21** Mdina](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02112-21/mdina-relocation-of-class-4d-establishment-as-approved): Relocation of Class 4D establishment as approved in PA5904/08 to have entrance from Triq l-Imhazen and change of use of existing store to Class 4D. Status being checked, 44 m away - [**PA/03707/24** Mdina](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03707-24/mdina-convert-two-dwelling): To convert two dwelling (pre-1967) into Class 3A guesthouse having 11 rooms with ancillary amenities within the existing 3 levels, including minor internal… Granted, validated 19 June 2024, 46 m away - [**PA/06063/25** Mdina](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06063-25/mdina-removal-of-external-concrete-staircase-accretion-in): Removal of external concrete staircase accretion in courtyard and replacement with extension of internal staircase to second floor; addition of setback… Pending, validated 24 September 2025, 2 floors, 52 m away - [**PA/04734/24** Mdina](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04734-24/mdina-change-of-use-of-part-class-4d): Change of use of part Class 4D outlet to Class 4B shop and installation of signage. Granted, validated 24 July 2024, 55 m away - [**PA/01302/21** Mdina](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-01302-21/mdina-internal-restoration): Internal restoration Status being checked, 64 m away - [**PA/00757/21** Mdina](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00757-21/mdina-make-internal-alterations): To make internal alterations Status being checked, 68 m away - [**PA/07253/24** Mdina](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07253-24/mdina-replace-the-existing-windows-with-grey-timber): To replace the existing windows with grey timber windows and to repair and repaint the front door. Granted, validated 28 January 2025, 69 m away - [**PA/02534/21** Mdina](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02534-21/mdina-restoration-of-townhouse-including-removal-of-later): Restoration of townhouse including removal of later additions in aluminium, re-opening of closed apertures on internal facades, external alterations to… Status being checked, 77 m away - [**PA/00355/25** Mdina](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00355-25/mdina-propose-internal-and-external-alterations-to-pre-1967): To propose internal and external alterations to pre-1967 building. Proposal includes receded extension at roof level and construction of lift. Granted, validated 29 January 2025, 87 m away - [**PA/05788/24** Mdina](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05788-24/mdina-restoration-of-facade-and-maintenance-of-apertures): Proposed restoration of facade and maintenance of apertures (part of which covered by GS/19/24). Granted, validated 28 August 2024, 90 m away - [**PA/01628/26** Mdina](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-01628-26/mdina-sanction-changes-in-layout-from-approved-permit): To sanction changes in layout from approved permit PA2648/06. To sanction change of use from arts and crafts gallery to Class 4C at ground floor. Refused, validated 11 March 2026, 98 m away - [**PA/00683/20** Mdina](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00683-20/mdina-sanctioning-of-internal-alterations-and-additions): Sanctioning of internal alterations and additions, and proposed construction of lift in the courtyard. Status being checked, 102 m away - [**PA/00696/21** Mdina](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00696-21/mdina-restoration-of-the-inner-face-of-the): Restoration of the inner face of the Medieval Fortification Wall next to Greeks Gate and the internal faces and vault of Greeks Gate. Status being checked, 109 m away ## More by Sergio De Gabriele - [**PA/05634/26** San Pawl il-Bahar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05634-26/san-pawl-il-bahar-sanctioning-of-two-private-car-garages-as): Sanctioning of two private car garages as built. Pending - [**PA/04857/26** Attard](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04857-26/attard-sanction-minor-internal-and-external-alterations-from): To sanction minor internal and external alterations from PA/616/16 and proposed increase in parapet wall height and solar panels at roof level. Granted, validated 27 August 2026 - [**PA/04853/26** Marsaxlokk](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04853-26/marsaxlokk-sanctioning-of-changes-to-approved-permit-pa-07489-20): Sanctioning of changes to approved permit PA/07489/20, including shifting of internal walls, changes to approved layout, re-positioning of pool, and minor… Pending - [**PA/04678/26** San Pawl il-Bahar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04678-26/san-pawl-il-bahar-changes-to-approved-pa-02895-02): Proposed changes to approved PA/02895/02, including minor internal alterations, changes to the façade signage, and the removal of the approved outdoor seating… Granted, validated 8 July 2026 - [**PA/02907/26** Zebbug](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02907-26/zebbug-minor-internal-alterations-and-proposed-extension-at): Minor internal alterations and proposed extension at roof level. Granted, validated 14 July 2026 - [**PA/01510/26** Zebbug](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-01510-26/zebbug-sanction-change-of-use-from-disused-site): To sanction change of use from disused site to parking of public service vehicles, fuel storage tanks, and extension to office. Proposal also includes… Pending, validated 11 March 2026 [All applications by Sergio De Gabriele](https://propertylist.mt/perit/sergio-de-gabriele) [All planning applications in Mdina](https://propertylist.mt/planning-applications/mdina)