--- title: "PA/03262/24: propose the internal and external alterations to in Birzebbuga | PropertyList" url: https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03262-24/birzebbuga-propose-the-internal-and-external-alterations-to source: PropertyList (propertylist.mt), from the Malta Planning Authority's public register retrieved: 2026-11-02 --- > Granted planning application in Birzebbuga: To propose the internal and external alterations to an existing residential unit at setback floor level that… Planning applications › Birzebbuga › PA0326224 # PA/03262/24: propose the internal and external alterations to in Birzebbuga Penthouse No.7, Lorcam, Triq iz-Zurrieq, Birzebbuga To propose the internal and external alterations to an existing residential unit at setback floor level that include the part-dismantling of external walls, construction of setback such that two separate residential units are created and opening and closing of apertures. The proposal also includes the construction of an additional unit at setback floor level that includes the extension of the common area and lift shaft and installation of services at roof level. Following Outline Permit PA/01392/19. - **Status:** Granted (This application has been approved by Planning Board / Commission.) - **Location:** Penthouse No.7, Lorcam, Triq iz-Zurrieq, Birzebbuga - **Locality:** [Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/planning-applications/birzebbuga) - **Applicant:** [Roderick Zahra](https://propertylist.mt/applicant/roderick-zahra) - **Perit:** [Perit Chris Cachia](https://propertylist.mt/perit/chris-cachia) - **Application type:** Full development permission - Summary Process - **Zone:** Within Development Zone - **Type of works:** New Construction (Residential) - **Residential units:** 3 - **Received:** 2 April 2024 - **Validated:** 17 July 2024 - **Published:** 5 June 2024 - **Comments close:** 20 June 2024 - **Decision:** Acceptable - **Permit expires:** 31 July 2027 [Case details on the Planning Authority website](https://www.pa.org.mt/pacasedetails?CaseType=PA/03262/24) [Plans, case officer report and decision on eapps](https://eapps.pa.org.mt/Case/CaseDetails?caseType=PA&casenumber=03262&caseYear=24) ## Planning activity around Penthouse No.7, Lorcam, Triq iz-Zurrieq, Birzebbuga 122 other applications within 300 m: 74 granted, 5 refused, 13 pending. 94% of decided applications nearby were granted. Tallest granted nearby: 6 floors (PA/07137/25). On Triq iz-Zurrieq: 22 other applications, 13 granted and 0 refused; granted buildings are typically 4 floors, the tallest 4. Periti active on this street: [Anton Zammit](https://propertylist.mt/perit/anton-zammit). Approval estimate for new construction applications like this here: about 95% (likely range 65–100%, low reliability, from 6 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/03636/26** Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03636-26/birzebbuga-demolition-of-existing-dwelling-and-construction-of): Demolition of existing dwelling and construction of apartment block with street-level garage and 4 overlying apartments (3 full floors and set-back floor). Granted, validated 30 June 2026, 4 floors plus a receded floor, 22 m away - [**PA/00992/26** Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00992-26/birzebbuga-demolition-of-existing-pre-1967-garage-and-domestic): Demolition of existing pre-1967 garage and domestic stores at ground and first floor levels and proposed larger street level garage for the parking of private… Withdrawn, validated 25 February 2026, 22 m away - [**PA/04574/26** Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04574-26/birzebbuga-demolition-of-existing-premises): Proposed demolition of existing premises, excavation of ground floor level and excavation of reservoir.Proposed construction of an apartment block comprising… Pending, validated 10 August 2026, 4 floors plus a receded floor, 27 m away - [**PA/00591/25** Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00591-25/birzebbuga-sanction-post-1967-changes-to-property-as-built): To sanction post-1967 changes to property as built and part demolition of accretions. Granted, validated 12 March 2025, 28 m away - [**PA/02454/23** Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02454-23/birzebbuga-internal-and-external-alterations-to-existing-ground): Proposed internal and external alterations to existing ground, first and second floor, shifting of lift and changes to internal layouts and facades approved… Granted, validated 22 June 2023, 32 m away - [**PA/08268/25** Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-08268-25/birzebbuga-sanction-existing-property-and-variations-from-pb-2662-71): To sanction existing property and variations from PB/2662/71 and propose change of use from store to Class 4B mini-market and pet supplies including… Granted, validated 24 December 2025, 37 m away - [**PA/01152/24** Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-01152-24/birzebbuga-propose-construction-of-a-lightweight-structure): To propose construction of a lightweight structure (domestic store) at roof level of a block of apartments. Granted, validated 23 April 2024, 38 m away - [**PA/04489/26** Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04489-26/birzebbuga-sanction-as-approved-apartment-in-pb-3207-72-to): To sanction as approved apartment in PB/3207/72 to as built. Pending, validated 1 July 2026, 42 m away - [**PA/03755/24** Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03755-24/birzebbuga-sanction-change-of-use-from-old-class): To sanction change of use from old Class 11 to Class 5A air conditioning servicing and cleaning and Class 5B auto electrical installations and electrical… Withdrawn, validated 26 June 2024, 42 m away - [**PA/02879/23** Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02879-23/birzebbuga-renewal-to-pa-1242-15-demolition-of-existing-dwelling): Renewal to PA/1242/15: Demolition of existing dwelling and construction of elevated ground floor, first floor, duplex second floor and penthouse apartments,… Granted, validated 4 October 2023, 4 floors plus a receded floor, 44 m away - [**PA/02272/21** Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02272-21/birzebbuga-internal-alterations-and-proposed-construction-of-parapet): Proposed internal alterations and proposed construction of parapet wall to preserve the existing privacy of the adjacent back yard, including the removal of… Status being checked, 53 m away - [**PA/05106/25** Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05106-25/birzebbuga-sanction-property-as-built-from-previously-approved): To sanction property as built from previously approved permit PA/3217/16; a lightweight roof over part of back terrace; materials on facade. Proposal of… Granted, validated 9 September 2025, 54 m away - [**PA/01054/20** Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-01054-20/birzebbuga-sanction-configuration-of-internal-walls-at-ground): To sanction configuration of internal walls at ground floor and addition of washroom at first floor level Status being checked, 54 m away - [**PA/02214/25** Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02214-25/birzebbuga-demolition-of-existing-townhouse): Proposed demolition of existing townhouse, excavation and construction of basement garage, and five (5) overlying apartments. Granted, validated 9 April 2025, 57 m away - [**PA/03173/24** Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03173-24/birzebbuga-construction-of-additional-floors-at-second): Proposed construction of additional floors at second, third and receded levels; subdivision of current dwelling to form common stairwell and lift, resulting… Granted, validated 29 May 2024, 4 floors plus a receded floor, 61 m away ## More by Chris Cachia - [**PA/07531/26** Sliema](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07531-26/sliema-alterations-and-additions-to-existing-dwelling): Proposed alterations and additions to existing dwelling. Pending - [**PA/07517/26** San Pawl il-Bahar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07517-26/san-pawl-il-bahar-installation-of-a-single-sided-solar-powered-externa): Proposed installation of a single-sided solar powered external illuminated billboard – static billboard with external lighting. Pending, validated 28 October 2026 - [**PA/07017/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07017-26/rabat-construction-of-an-agricultural-store-with-underlying): Proposed construction of an agricultural store with underlying basement and reservoir. Proposal includes also the construction of boundary wall and… Pending, validated 14 October 2026 - [**PA/06864/26** Mgarr](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06864-26/mgarr-installation-of-a-single-sided-solar-powered-external): Proposed installation of a single-sided solar powered external illuminated billboard – static billboard with external lighting. Pending, validated 7 October 2026 - [**PA/06863/26** San Pawl il-Bahar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06863-26/san-pawl-il-bahar-installation-of-a-single-sided-solar-powered-externa): Proposed installation of a single-sided solar powered external illuminated billboard – static billboard with external lighting. Pending, validated 7 October 2026 - [**PA/06862/26** Floriana](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06862-26/floriana-installation-of-a-single-sided-solar-powered-external): Proposed installation of a single-sided solar powered external illuminated billboard – static billboard with external lighting. Pending, validated 7 October 2026 [All applications by Chris Cachia](https://propertylist.mt/perit/chris-cachia) ## More from Roderick Zahra - [**PA/00576/26** Hamrun](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00576-26/hamrun-demolish-existing-dwelling-and-garages-whilst-retaining): To demolish existing dwelling and garages whilst retaining facade. To excavate water reservoir. To construct garages and maisonettes at ground floor level,… Granted, validated 4 February 2026, 4 floors plus a receded floor - [**PA/06816/25** St Julians](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06816-25/st-julians-alterations-to-a-pre-67-ground-floor-apartment): Alterations to a pre-67 ground floor apartment which consist of; relocating the kitchen to the open plan area, replacing the old kitchen area with an en-suite… Granted, validated 11 November 2025 [All planning applications in Birzebbuga](https://propertylist.mt/planning-applications/birzebbuga)