--- title: "PA/01699/23: conversion of existing unutilised space/void located below in Zurrieq |…" url: https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-01699-23/zurrieq-conversion-of-existing-unutilised-space-void-located-below source: PropertyList (propertylist.mt), from the Malta Planning Authority's public register retrieved: 2026-11-03 --- > Refused planning application in Zurrieq: Proposed conversion of existing unutilised space/void located below semi-basement garage approved in PA/04885/05,… Planning applications › Zurrieq › PA0169923 # PA/01699/23: conversion of existing unutilised space/void located below in Zurrieq 33, Triq it-Tunnara, Triq San Pietru, Zurrieq Proposed conversion of existing unutilised space/void located below semi-basement garage approved in PA/04885/05, into a garage accessible through the common garage aisle in PA/07809/21. This proposal includes the opening of a garage door and formation of a ramp. - **Status:** Refused (This application has been refused by Planning Board / Commission and a refusal notification has been sent.) - **Location:** 33, Triq it-Tunnara, Triq San Pietru, Zurrieq - **Locality:** [Zurrieq](https://propertylist.mt/planning-applications/zurrieq) - **Applicant:** [Matthew Fenech](https://propertylist.mt/applicant/matthew-fenech) - **Perit:** [Perit Mark Arrigo](https://propertylist.mt/perit/mark-arrigo) - **Application type:** Full development permission - **Zone:** Within Development Zone - **Type of works:** Minor - **Received:** 27 February 2023 - **Validated:** 29 March 2023 - **Published:** 29 March 2023 - **Comments close:** 5 May 2023 - **Recommendation:** Refuse Permission - **Decision:** Refuse Permission - **Decision date:** 12 December 2023 [Case details on the Planning Authority website](https://www.pa.org.mt/pacasedetails?CaseType=PA/01699/23) [Plans, case officer report and decision on eapps](https://eapps.pa.org.mt/Case/CaseDetails?caseType=PA&casenumber=01699&caseYear=23) ## Planning activity around 33, Triq it-Tunnara, Triq San Pietru, Zurrieq 145 other applications within 300 m: 100 granted, 2 refused, 18 pending. 98% of decided applications nearby were granted. Tallest granted nearby: 5 floors (PA/06721/25). On Triq it-Tunnara: 2 other applications, 2 granted and 0 refused. - [**PA/02378/22** Zurrieq](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02378-22/zurrieq-sanctioning-of-existing-duplex-maisonette-not-constructed): Sanctioning of existing duplex maisonette not constructed as per approved PA11064/18, and proposed internal alterations at first and second floor. Status being checked, 36 m away - [**PA/01146/24** Zurrieq](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-01146-24/zurrieq-construct-1): To construct 1.0m parapet wall over existing penthouse roof to cover services all around perimeter. Granted, validated 22 April 2024, 55 m away - [**PA/03184/22** Zurrieq](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03184-22/zurrieq-demolition-of-existing-terraced-house-and-construction): Proposed demolition of existing terraced house and construction of terraced house with a different layout including the installation of a jacuzzi. Granted, validated 16 June 2022, 64 m away - [**PA/00776/26** Zurrieq](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00776-26/zurrieq-demolition-of-existing-property): Proposed demolition of existing property, excavation below existing ramp and street level terrace, and construction of garages at semi-basement level and 5… Granted, validated 11 February 2026, 1 floor, 66 m away - [**PA/04506/24** Zurrieq](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04506-24/zurrieq-demolish-existing-deteriorated-ceiling-and-reconstruct-with): To demolish existing deteriorated ceiling and reconstruct with different material. Withdrawn, validated 19 February 2025, 70 m away - [**PA/05974/25** Zurrieq](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05974-25/zurrieq-internal-alteration-and-extensions-to-existing-townhouse): Proposed internal alteration and extensions to existing townhouse and proposed swimming pool and pv panels at roof level. Granted, validated 17 September 2025, 75 m away - [**PA/03507/25** Zurrieq](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03507-25/zurrieq-sanctioning-of-minor-back-garden-alterations-and): Sanctioning of minor back garden alterations and rooms. Granted, validated 3 September 2025, 76 m away - [**PA/01294/23** Zurrieq](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-01294-23/zurrieq-sanction-minor-internal-and-external-alterations-as): To sanction minor internal and external alterations as built of a garage for domestic vehicles. Granted, validated 26 April 2023, 78 m away - [**PA/01165/26** Zurrieq](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-01165-26/zurrieq-carry-out-changes-to-facade-as-per): To carry out changes to facade as per already approved in PA/01734/14 which has since expired and including sanctioning of existing balcony and proposed… Granted, validated 25 March 2026, 79 m away - [**PA/01594/24** Zurrieq](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-01594-24/zurrieq-carry-out-alterations-and-extension-to-a): To carry out alterations and extension to a pre-1968 townhouse. Alterations mainly includes removal/addition of walls, introduction of garage, pool and… Refused, validated 20 March 2024, 80 m away - [**PA/00701/25** Zurrieq](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00701-25/zurrieq-renewal-of-pa-8899-19-proposed-rehabilitation-of): Renewal of PA/8899/19 - Proposed rehabilitation of a disused central courtyard house at 25, Triq San Pietru, Zurrieq consisting of:1. Alterations at existing… Granted, validated 26 February 2025, 81 m away - [**PA/01001/24** Zurrieq](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-01001-24/zurrieq-demolition-of-existing-dwelling): Demolition of existing dwelling. Excavation and construction of basement garages, ground floor maisonette, 3 apartments and 1 receded apartment including… Granted, validated 21 February 2024, 83 m away - [**PA/00651/21** Zurrieq](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00651-21/zurrieq-sanction-minor-changes-in-dwelling-approved-by): To sanction minor changes in dwelling approved by PA/321/92 and PB/1793/64. Proposal includes removal of material to construct a pool in the outdoor area. Status being checked, 83 m away - [**PA/07576/25** Zurrieq](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07576-25/zurrieq-correction-of-site-from-that-of-pa1958-24): Correction of site from that of PA1958/24. Granted, validated 20 January 2026, 87 m away - [**PA/03597/22** Zurrieq](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03597-22/zurrieq-development-including-demolition-of-existing-terraced-house): Proposed development including demolition of existing terraced house and construction of a four-storey building and a receded floor level overlying basement… Granted, validated 1 June 2022, 4 floors plus a receded floor, 87 m away ## More by Mark Arrigo - [**PA/07585/26** Swieqi](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07585-26/swieqi-sanctioning-of-existing-building-at-first-floor): Sanctioning of existing building at first floor and proposed minor alterations at first floor level, including the addition of a lift and common staircase… Pending, 5 floors plus a receded floor - [**PA/07525/26** Sliema](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07525-26/sliema-alterations-to-front-elevation): Proposed alterations to front elevation, including widening of balcony doorway and opening of window to match doors and windows of overlying apartments.… Pending - [**PA/06989/26** Vittoriosa (Birgu)](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06989-26/vittoriosa-birgu-demolition-of-staircase-and-alterations-to-approved): Proposed demolition of staircase and alterations to approved lift shaft and landings in a Class 3A guesthouse. Proposed changes to room uses at ground and… Pending, validated 14 October 2026 - [**PA/06828/26** Xghajra](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06828-26/xghajra-demolition-of-existing-pre-1967-dwellings-and-construction): Demolition of existing pre-1967 dwellings and construction of; two ground floor maisonettes including reservoir accessed from Sqaq Qaccawiet, 8 apartments… Pending, 4 floors plus a receded floor - [**PA/06333/26** Paola](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06333-26/paola-removal-of-approved-but-not-constructed-washroom-extension-at-ro): Proposed removal of approved-but-not-constructed washroom extension at roof level. Sanctioning of security screens over party walls. Proposed installation of… Pending, validated 16 September 2026 - [**PA/06315/26** Tarxien](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06315-26/tarxien-sanctioning-of): Sanctioning of; site configuration and facade changes from PA/01274/12. Proposed change of use from Class 4 shop (as approved per PA/01274/12) to Class 4B… Pending, validated 16 September 2026 [All applications by Mark Arrigo](https://propertylist.mt/perit/mark-arrigo) ## More from Matthew Fenech - [**PA/07738/25** Birkirkara](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07738-25/birkirkara-horizontal-extension-of-first-floor-maisonette): Horizontal extension of first floor maisonette (Class 1) to include a study, a bigger bedroom instead of the existing roofed shed and a domestic store. Granted, validated 26 January 2026 - [**PA/05279/23** Mellieha](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05279-23/mellieha-minor-internal-alteration): Minor internal alteration. Granted, validated 17 October 2023 - [**PA/03328/21** Mosta](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03328-21/mosta-change-of-use-of-existing-garage-to): Change of use of existing garage to Class 4B shop and proposed shopfront. Status being checked [All planning applications in Zurrieq](https://propertylist.mt/planning-applications/zurrieq)