PA/02959/26: Development of existing airspace by the construction in Sliema
171 and 170, Triq it-Torri, Sliema
Development of existing airspace by the construction of an additional Level 8 and a recessed penthouse level to form a single duplex dwelling at 171, together with the extension of lift and stair access thereto, the construction of parapet walls at roof level, and minor amendments to the existing penthouse at 170, including the sanctioning of minor internal alterations and the incorporation of one room from the existing penthouse into the duplex at 171, resulting in the reconfiguration of the penthouse at 170 from a two-bedroom to a one-bedroom dwelling.
- Status
- Pending (Awaiting Decision)
- Location
- 171 and 170, Triq it-Torri, Sliema
- Locality
- Sliema
- Applicant
- Kris Scicluna
- Perit
- Perit Jonathan Mizzi
- Application type
- Full development permission
- Zone
- Within Development Zone
- Type of works
- Sanctioning
- Residential units
- 2
- Received
- 21 January 2026
- Validated
- 6 May 2026
- Published
- 6 May 2026
- Comments close
- 5 June 2026
- Recommendation
- Refuse Permission
Case details on the Planning Authority website
Plans, case officer report and decision on eapps
Planning activity around 171 and 170, Triq it-Torri, Sliema
187 other applications within 300 m: 105 granted, 9 refused, 17 pending. 92% of decided applications nearby were granted. Tallest granted nearby: 15 floors (PA/07209/23).
On Triq it-Torri: 141 other applications, 75 granted and 7 refused; granted buildings are typically 8 floors, the tallest 15. Periti active on this street: Edwin Mintoff, David Vassallo, Paul Camilleri, Malcolm Xuereb, Christian Spiteri.
Approval estimate for sanctioning applications like this here: about 95% (likely range 65–100%, low reliability, from 39 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/05823/26 Sliema: Renovation including internal alterations and changes to external apertures.
- PA/04014/26 Sliema: To sanction as built Class 4D from approved in PA7214/20. To propose change of use from Class 4D to Class 3A Guesthouse.
- PA/05913/26 Sliema: To propose construction of extra floor.
- PA/03171/21 Sliema: To relocate an LPG tank on sloped area to service It-Torri restaurant and increase safety in accordance with LPG code of practice.
- PA/07885/24 Sliema: To install digital screens behind window panes.
- PA/06796/26 Sliema: Alterations to Class 4B shop as approved in PA/04962/19 and change of use of part he first floor domestic store as approved in DN/00564/24 and the first floor…
- PA/03392/25 Sliema: Demolish the existing second floor and parts of the first and ground floors, while keeping the existing facade. Build seven new floors and one receded level.…
- PA/04388/26 Sliema: To demolish existing dwellings, to excavate and to construct 36 residential units and 2 shops (Class 4B) with underlying garages.To also install signage.
- PA/05143/25 Sliema: To carry out internal alterations to apartment 1. To carry out external alterations to all apartments in the block by extending the existing balcony.
- PA/03157/26 Sliema: Alterations to existing flat at 8th floor level, construction of front terrace and subdividing it into two flats, and construction of overlying penthouse.
- PA/08391/24 Sliema: To correct plotted location of site for PB2931/93. Proposed works to include demolition of existing washrooms at L6 and construction of 2 additional…
- PA/02219/25 Sliema: To demolish house keeping existing hallway and facade, to construct garage, 3 overlying apartments and 3 at receded level.
- PA/02101/25 Sliema: Splitting existing duplex penthouse as approved in PA/09365/17 into apartment and penthouse.
- PA/01627/22 Sliema: Proposed alteration to existing sport club deck, to extend the main deck at higher level. Demolition of a small portion of the lower deck to propose new…
- PA/03740/24 Sliema: Demolition of existing receded floor level and part roof over existing first floor level, inclusive of internal alterations to existing dwelling. Sanctioning…
More by Jonathan Mizzi
- PA/05834/26 Swieqi: To excavate site and construct two semi-detached villas, with a semi-basement and pools at ground.
- PA/05780/26 Floriana: Internal alterations to existing pre-1968 townhouse, including improved accessibility and construction of a recessed additional floor aligned with…
- PA/00793/26 Mellieha: Proposed demolition of existing dilapidated residential structure and construction of a detached dwelling consisting of a street-level garage with annex, two…
- PA/00738/26 Ghajnsielem: The Blue Lagoon Rehabilitation: Reorganisation and upgrading of facilities and supporting infrastructure upon existing disturbed land, and restoration of…
- PA/04914/25 Gharghur: To construct 7crs franka wall receded from edge on the terrace at the uppermost level of the building as per PC00049/22 including proposed alterations to…
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More from Kris Scicluna
- PA/01001/25 Paola: Renewal of approved planning permit PA/2373/20, for the proposed minor internal alterations including construction of a washroom at receded floor level.
- PA/05094/23 Belt Valletta: Internal alterations to Pre ’67 residence, including replacement of deteriorated reinforced concrete roof slab. To include restoration of Maltese timber…
- PA/03574/22 Sliema: Minor alterations, including construction of parapet walls, and sanctioning at roof level to reflect minor discrepancies from PA03821/14, including…