--- title: "PA/01535/26: demolition of existing building in Birzebbuga | PropertyList" url: https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-01535-26/birzebbuga-demolition-of-existing-building source: PropertyList (propertylist.mt), from the Malta Planning Authority's public register retrieved: 2026-11-03 --- > Granted planning application in Birzebbuga: Proposed demolition of existing building, excavation for water reservoir and construction of residential… Planning applications › Birzebbuga › PA0153526 # PA/01535/26: demolition of existing building in Birzebbuga 58, Triq Alessandru, Birzebbuga Proposed demolition of existing building, excavation for water reservoir and construction of residential apartments. - **Status:** Granted (This application has been approved by Planning Board / Commission.) - **Location:** 58, Triq Alessandru, Birzebbuga - **Locality:** [Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/planning-applications/birzebbuga) - **Applicant:** [Edward Buttigieg](https://propertylist.mt/applicant/edward-buttigieg) - **Perit:** [Dr Edwin Mintoff](https://propertylist.mt/perit/edwin-mintoff) - **Application type:** Full development permission - **Zone:** Within Development Zone - **Type of works:** Demolition & New Construction (Residential) - **Received:** 11 February 2026 - **Validated:** 11 March 2026 - **Published:** 11 March 2026 - **Comments close:** 17 April 2026 - **Recommendation:** Refuse Permission - **Decision:** Grant Permission - **Decision date:** 23 September 2026 - **Permit expires:** 14 October 2031 [Case details on the Planning Authority website](https://www.pa.org.mt/pacasedetails?CaseType=PA/01535/26) [Plans, case officer report and decision on eapps](https://eapps.pa.org.mt/Case/CaseDetails?caseType=PA&casenumber=01535&caseYear=26) ## Planning activity around 58, Triq Alessandru, Birzebbuga 138 other applications within 300 m: 87 granted, 6 refused, 9 pending. 94% of decided applications nearby were granted. Tallest granted nearby: 6 floors (PA/00292/24). On Triq Alessandru: 12 other applications, 8 granted and 0 refused; granted buildings are typically 4 floors, the tallest 5. Approval estimate for demolition & new construction applications like this here: about 95% (likely range 65–100%, low reliability, from 20 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/00748/24** Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00748-24/birzebbuga-replacement-of-balcony-railing-and-aperture-at): Proposed replacement of balcony railing and aperture at second floor level. Proposed duplex apartment at third and setback floor level. Granted, validated 14 February 2024, 4 floors plus a receded floor, 4 m away - [**PA/06243/25** Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06243-25/birzebbuga-formation-of-domestic-store-in-unused-space): Proposed formation of domestic store in unused space and sanctioning of unconstructed stairs approved in PA/8864/20. Granted, validated 17 October 2025, 10 m away - [**PA/01974/24** Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-01974-24/birzebbuga-demolish-existing-ground-floor-maisonette-and-construct): To demolish existing ground floor maisonette and construct street level garage and overlying single dwelling unit on three floors. Granted, validated 3 April 2024, 3 floors, 16 m away - [**PA/04993/25** Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04993-25/birzebbuga-demolish-existing-structure): To demolish existing structure, excavation of reservoir and construciton of garage at ground floor and four overlying apartments. Granted, validated 30 July 2025, 5 floors, 17 m away - [**PA/00580/20** Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00580-20/birzebbuga-demolition-of-existing-residence): Demolition of existing residence, excavation of basement and construction of 3 basement garages, 1 maisonette, 3 flats and 1 penthouse. Status being checked, 22 m away - [**PA/08226/24** Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-08226-24/birzebbuga-sanction-alterations-to-duplex-maisonette-from-the): To sanction alterations to duplex maisonette from the plans as approved in PB/01228/80. The alterations include: i. the footprint area is smaller and ii. a… Granted, validated 5 February 2025, 27 m away - [**PA/06257/26** Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06257-26/birzebbuga-demolition-of-a-pre-67-property-to-construct): The demolition of a pre-67 property to construct 3 apartments and a duplex unit. Pending, validated 9 September 2026, 2 floors, 36 m away - [**PA/04254/25** Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04254-25/birzebbuga-sanction-the-replacement-of-pre-1968-deteriorated-concrete): To sanction the replacement of pre-1968 deteriorated concrete ceiling slabs and masonry walls, including the laying of new roof screed and waterproofing. Granted, validated 16 July 2025, 37 m away - [**PA/05309/25** Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05309-25/birzebbuga-sanction-variations-from-pa7343-07): To sanction variations from PA7343/07, including sub-division into two separate units. Proposed extension at second floor level. Granted, validated 20 August 2025, 3 floors, 45 m away - [**PA/03090/22** Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03090-22/birzebbuga-demolish-existing-building): To demolish existing building, excavate and construct 29 garages at basement level, providing also access to garages being proposed under PA/2946/22,… Status being checked, 4 floors plus a receded floor, 57 m away - [**PA/06740/25** Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06740-25/birzebbuga-division-of-existing-dwelling-into-2-apartments): Proposed division of existing dwelling into 2 apartments. Including alterations and extension at second floor level. Refused, validated 15 October 2025, 61 m away - [**PA/06751/24** Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06751-24/birzebbuga-sanction-terraced-house-as-constructed-and-photo-voltaic): To sanction terraced house as constructed and photo-voltaic panels, proposed internal alterations at ground floor level and construction of swimming pool. Granted, validated 9 October 2024, 62 m away - [**PA/05402/26** Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05402-26/birzebbuga-internal-alterations-at-ground-floor-level-including): Proposed internal alterations at ground floor level including extension at first floor level and installation of lift. Granted, validated 25 September 2026, 63 m away - [**PA/03798/23** Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03798-23/birzebbuga-propose-alterations-to-facade-to-remove-existing): To propose alterations to facade to remove existing render and exposing natural stone finish. Granted, validated 22 August 2023, 63 m away - [**PA/00048/26** Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00048-26/birzebbuga-sanction-use-of-green-grocer-and-cold): To sanction use of green grocer and cold room from as approved permit - PA/02702/18. Granted, validated 14 January 2026, 64 m away ## More by Edwin Mintoff - [**PA/07655/26** Munxar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07655-26/munxar-extension-and-changes-to-approved-permit-pa-01661-20): Proposed extension and changes to approved permit PA/01661/20. Proposal consists of the excavation of part of garden, water reservoir under ground floor pool… Pending - [**PA/07457/26** Gzira](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07457-26/gzira-amendments-to-facade-for-structural-integrity): Amendments to facade for structural integrity. Pending - [**PA/07455/26** Sliema](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07455-26/sliema-redesign-of-bar-cafeteria-entrance): Proposed redesign of bar/cafeteria entrance, including new sign. Pending, validated 28 October 2026 - [**PA/07431/26** St Julians](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07431-26/st-julians-sanction-the-change-of-use-from-showroom): To sanction the change of use from showroom approved in PA03705/99 to a convenience shop Class 4B including internal layout changes, added signage,… Pending, validated 28 October 2026 - [**PA/07407/26** Sliema](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07407-26/sliema-demolish-the-existing-staircase-and-carry-out): To demolish the existing staircase and carry out internal and external alterations to the development approved under PA/06318/23, including the provision of… Pending, validated 28 October 2026, 5 floors - [**PA/07388/26** Marsaskala](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07388-26/marsaskala-demolition-of-existing-hotel-and-proposed-construction): Proposed demolition of existing hotel and proposed construction of Class 3B 4 star hotel. Pending, validated 21 October 2026 [All applications by Edwin Mintoff](https://propertylist.mt/perit/edwin-mintoff) ## More from Edward Buttigieg - [**PA/06934/26** Luqa](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06934-26/luqa-demolition-of-the-existing-building-and-construction): Demolition of the existing building and construction of three residential units overlying a Class 4B shop, including the installation of associated signage. Pending, validated 14 October 2026, 2 floors - [**PA/02865/25** Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02865-25/birzebbuga-construct-additional-floor-level-and-washroom-over): To construct additional floor level and washroom over existing building. Granted, validated 25 June 2025 - [**PA/01161/23** Birkirkara](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-01161-23/birkirkara-demolish-existing-roof-structure-located-at-roof): To demolish existing roof structure located at roof level, including conversion from maisonette to apartment, and proposed additional 3 floors and lift for 3… Granted, validated 8 March 2023 - [**PA/00831/21** Marsaskala](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00831-21/marsaskala-construction-of-garages-at-basement-level): Construction of garages at basement level, 3 apartments and 1 penthouse. Status being checked - [**PA/00169/20** Marsaskala](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00169-20/marsaskala-modifications-to-approved-permit-pa10720-17-comprising): Modifications to approved permit PA10720/17 - comprising of sanctioning of changes at setback floor level and roof over setback floor level Status being checked [All planning applications in Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/planning-applications/birzebbuga)