--- title: "PA/03518/26: development to convert the approved recessed floor in Vittoriosa (Birgu) |…" url: https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03518-26/vittoriosa-birgu-development-to-convert-the-approved-recessed-floor source: PropertyList (propertylist.mt), from the Malta Planning Authority's public register retrieved: 2026-11-02 --- > Pending planning application in Vittoriosa (Birgu): Proposed development to convert the approved recessed floor in PA/3672/21 into a third floor, and the… Planning applications › Vittoriosa (Birgu) › PA0351826 # PA/03518/26: development to convert the approved recessed floor in Vittoriosa (Birgu) No. 51, Triq Gilormu Cassar, Vittoriosa (Birgu) Proposed development to convert the approved recessed floor in PA/3672/21 into a third floor, and the construction of a recessed washroom at roof level. - **Status:** Pending (Awaiting Recommendation) - **Location:** No. 51, Triq Gilormu Cassar, Vittoriosa (Birgu) - **Locality:** [Vittoriosa (Birgu)](https://propertylist.mt/planning-applications/vittoriosa-birgu) - **Applicant:** Mark Bugeja - **Perit:** [Innovative Design Architects (iDA)](https://propertylist.mt/perit/innovative-design-architects-ida) - **Application type:** Full development permission - **Zone:** Within Development Zone - **Type of works:** New Construction - **Height:** 3 floors plus a receded floor - **Received:** 5 May 2026 - **Validated:** 3 June 2026 - **Published:** 3 June 2026 - **Comments close:** 3 July 2026 [Case details on the Planning Authority website](https://www.pa.org.mt/pacasedetails?CaseType=PA/03518/26) [Plans, case officer report and decision on eapps](https://eapps.pa.org.mt/Case/CaseDetails?caseType=PA&casenumber=03518&caseYear=26) ## Planning activity around No. 51, Triq Gilormu Cassar, Vittoriosa (Birgu) 165 other applications within 300 m: 109 granted, 6 refused, 17 pending. 95% of decided applications nearby were granted. Tallest granted nearby: 4 floors (PA/05023/24). On Triq Gilormu Cassar: 1 other application, 1 granted and 0 refused. Approval estimate for new construction applications like this here: about 95% (likely range 65–100%, low reliability, from 7 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/07743/25** Vittoriosa (Birgu)](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07743-25/vittoriosa-birgu-propose-internal-alterations): To propose internal alterations, extension at existing roof level to reach adjoining height of neighbouring properties, pool at roof level and lift. Together… Pending, validated 26 November 2025, 23 m away - [**PA/02764/24** Vittoriosa (Birgu)](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02764-24/vittoriosa-birgu-rehabilitation-of-a-derelict-pre-1968-townhouse-inclu): Proposed rehabilitation of a derelict pre-1968 townhouse including alterations and shifting of internal walls, widening of apertures, addition of a receded… Granted, validated 15 May 2024, 26 m away - [**PA/02024/24** Vittoriosa (Birgu)](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02024-24/vittoriosa-birgu-rehabilitation-of-existing-townhouse-including-restor): Rehabilitation of existing townhouse including restoration of existing facade, replacement of deteriorated elements and minor alterations. Granted, validated 10 April 2024, 34 m away - [**PA/05583/26** Vittoriosa (Birgu)](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05583-26/vittoriosa-birgu-replacement-of-existing-apertures): Proposed replacement of existing apertures, removal of a late reinforced concrete addition, and associated minor works. Granted, validated 26 October 2026, 36 m away - [**PA/06528/25** Vittoriosa (Birgu)](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06528-25/vittoriosa-birgu-restore-existing-facade): To restore existing facade. Granted, validated 15 October 2025, 38 m away - [**PA/06630/23** Vittoriosa (Birgu)](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06630-23/vittoriosa-birgu-propose-restoration-at-facade-of-ground-floor): To propose restoration at facade of ground floor level apartment, restoration to include removal and reapplication of plaster and restoration of metal… Granted, validated 30 January 2024, 40 m away - [**PA/01815/25** Vittoriosa (Birgu)](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-01815-25/vittoriosa-birgu-internal-alterations-including-addition-of-lift-and): Internal alterations including addition of lift and extension at roof level whilst retaining facade. Granted, validated 18 March 2025, 41 m away - [**PA/06243/23** Vittoriosa (Birgu)](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06243-23/vittoriosa-birgu-sanction-variations-from-pa2487-06-including-installa): To sanction variations from PA2487/06 including installation of metal railing over parapet wall, modifications to metal stairs on roof, pre-1968 cellar and… Granted, validated 25 October 2023, 43 m away - [**PA/02803/23** Vittoriosa (Birgu)](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02803-23/vittoriosa-birgu-internal-and-external-alterations-at-roof-level): Internal and external alterations at roof level to dwelling covered by PA/03899/19. Granted, validated 17 May 2023, 43 m away - [**PA/07879/25** Vittoriosa (Birgu)](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07879-25/vittoriosa-birgu-amendments-to-valid-and-approved-permit-pa8317-18): Proposed amendments to valid and approved permit PA8317/18, that include; the shifting of the approved pool from ground floor to roof level; the introduction… Granted, validated 3 December 2025, 49 m away - [**PA/00739/22** Vittoriosa (Birgu)](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00739-22/vittoriosa-birgu-restoration-of-facade-of-existing-townhouse-and): Restoration of facade of existing townhouse and proposed extension at roof level. Status being checked, 49 m away - [**PA/04504/25** Vittoriosa (Birgu)](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04504-25/vittoriosa-birgu-internal-alterations-at-all-levels): Proposed internal alterations at all levels, extension at second floor and restoration of existing facade. Granted, validated 9 July 2025, 3 floors, 51 m away - [**PA/06541/24** Vittoriosa (Birgu)](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06541-24/vittoriosa-birgu-minor-internal-alterations-and-construction-of-rooms): Minor internal alterations and construction of rooms at second floor level; enlargement of existing skylight and inclusion of spa tub at roof level. Granted, validated 25 September 2024, 56 m away - [**PA/03160/22** Vittoriosa (Birgu)](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03160-22/vittoriosa-birgu-renovation-and-alteration-works-to-townhouse): Renovation and alteration works to townhouse, including dismantling of post-1967 accretions, proposed extension within former back yard, internal alterations,… Status being checked, 3 floors, 57 m away - [**PA/00059/22** Vittoriosa (Birgu)](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00059-22/vittoriosa-birgu-change-of-use-from-underutilised-space-to): Change of use from underutilised space to Class 4B shop, proposed sign and restoration of facade. Status being checked, 58 m away ## More by Innovative Design Architects (iDA) - [**PA/07665/26** Attard](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07665-26/attard-modifications-to-entrance-only-ramp-providing-access): Proposed modifications to entrance only ramp providing access to basement parking area from Triq iz-Zaghfran and to enlarge approved sign facing Triq… Pending - [**PA/07642/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07642-26/zabbar-internal-and-external-alterations-to-the-development): Proposed internal and external alterations to the development approved under PA/01300/22, including the interconnection of the approved third-floor and… Pending, 4 floors plus a receded floor - [**PA/07412/26** Belt Valletta](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07412-26/belt-valletta-sanction-the-dismantling-of-the-existing-deteriorated): To sanction the dismantling of the existing deteriorated timber shop front and formation of a new similar shop front in timber to match the existing… Pending, validated 28 October 2026 - [**PA/07269/26** Marsaskala](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07269-26/marsaskala-renewal-of-pa-09984-17-demolition-and-reconstruction): Renewal of PA/09984/17 - Demolition and reconstruction of 3 in number villas including basement garages and overlying levels and 3 in number swimming pools. Pending - [**PA/07241/26** Zurrieq](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07241-26/zurrieq-excavate-and-construct-a-basement-for-use): To excavate and construct a basement for use as a domestic store, and to construct an overlying semi-detached dwelling. Pending, validated 21 October 2026, 1 floor - [**PA/07038/26** Zurrieq](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07038-26/zurrieq-excavate-and-construct-a-basement-for-use): To excavate and construct a basement for use as a domestic store, and to construct an overlying semi-detached dwelling. Pending, validated 14 October 2026, 1 floor [All applications by Innovative Design Architects (iDA)](https://propertylist.mt/perit/innovative-design-architects-ida) [All planning applications in Vittoriosa (Birgu)](https://propertylist.mt/planning-applications/vittoriosa-birgu)