--- title: "PA/03938/23: demolition of existing dwelling in Mosta | PropertyList" url: https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03938-23/mosta-demolition-of-existing-dwelling source: PropertyList (propertylist.mt), from the Malta Planning Authority's public register retrieved: 2026-11-02 --- > Granted planning application in Mosta: Proposed demolition of existing dwelling. Proposed construction of garage, domestic store and 4 residential units.… Planning applications › Mosta › PA0393823 # PA/03938/23: demolition of existing dwelling in Mosta Thornbirds, 77, Triq il-Bufula Hamra, Mosta Proposed demolition of existing dwelling. Proposed construction of garage, domestic store and 4 residential units. - **Status:** Granted (This application has been approved by Planning Board / Commission.) - **Location:** Thornbirds, 77, Triq il-Bufula Hamra, Mosta - **Locality:** [Mosta](https://propertylist.mt/planning-applications/mosta) - **Applicant:** [Angelo Portelli](https://propertylist.mt/applicant/angelo-portelli) - **Perit:** [Perit Mario Cordina](https://propertylist.mt/perit/mario-cordina) - **Application type:** Full development permission - **Zone:** Within Development Zone - **Type of works:** Demolition & New Construction (Residential) - **Height:** 2 floors - **Residential units:** 4 - **Received:** 9 June 2023 - **Validated:** 28 June 2023 - **Published:** 2 August 2023 - **Comments close:** 18 September 2023 - **Recommendation:** Refuse Permission - **Decision:** Grant Permission - **Decision date:** 9 April 2024 - **Permit expires:** 24 April 2029 [Case details on the Planning Authority website](https://www.pa.org.mt/pacasedetails?CaseType=PA/03938/23) [Plans, case officer report and decision on eapps](https://eapps.pa.org.mt/Case/CaseDetails?caseType=PA&casenumber=03938&caseYear=23) ## Planning activity around Thornbirds, 77, Triq il-Bufula Hamra, Mosta 7 other applications on the same street: 4 granted, 0 refused, 0 pending. 100% of decided applications nearby were granted. Tallest granted nearby: 4 floors (PA/01390/25). On Triq il-Bufula Hamra: 7 other applications, 4 granted and 0 refused; granted buildings are typically 4 floors, the tallest 4. Periti active on this street: [Melanie Spiteri](https://propertylist.mt/perit/melanie-spiteri). Approval estimate for demolition & new construction applications like this here: about 95% (likely range 65–100%, low reliability, from 2 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/02416/26** Mosta](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02416-26/mosta-change-of-use-from-garage-to-class): Proposed change of use from garage to Class 4B shop, including proposed alterations and facade signage. Granted, validated 15 April 2026 - [**PA/01390/25** Mosta](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-01390-25/mosta-alterations-to-existing-first-floor-maisonette): Proposed alterations to existing first floor maisonette, demolition of structure at roof level, construction of new stairwell and lift shaft and development… Granted, validated 7 May 2025, 4 floors plus a receded floor - [**PA/00876/24** Mosta](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00876-24/mosta-propose-internal-alterations-together-with-additional-access): To propose internal alterations together with additional access to garage and alterations to facade from PA1178/22. Granted, validated 22 October 2024 - [**PA/07169/23** Mosta](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07169-23/mosta-demolish-existing-first-floor-maisonette-and-construct): To demolish existing first floor maisonette and construct three units on three floors and a unit at the receded floor level. The application also includes… Granted, validated 2 February 2024 - [**PA/00078/21** Mosta](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00078-21/mosta-demolition-of-existing-dwelling): Demolition of existing dwelling, excavation over site and construction of 3 basement garages (Type.2) with 4 overlying flats and a penthouse. Status being checked - [**PA/01178/22** Mosta](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-01178-22/mosta-demolish-existing-terraced-house-facing-two-streets): To demolish existing terraced house facing two streets and excavate and construct garages at basement level, 8 residential units and 2 penthouses. Status being checked - [**PA/01659/22** Mosta](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-01659-22/mosta-change-of-use-from-shop): Proposed change of use from shop (Class 4B) to food take-away. Status being checked ## More by Mario Cordina - [**PA/06404/26** Birkirkara](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06404-26/birkirkara-demolition-of-existing-house): Proposed demolition of existing house. Proposed excavation and construction of underground reservoir. Proposed construction of 4 Class 4D shops with signage… Pending, validated 16 September 2026 - [**PA/06289/26** Birkirkara](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06289-26/birkirkara-sanction-changes-from-approved-pa3588-19-consisting-of): To sanction changes from approved PA3588/19 consisting of stairwell at roof level and internal layout changes. Pending, validated 16 September 2026 - [**PA/06015/26** Munxar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06015-26/munxar-private-swimming-pool-on-roof-and-private): Proposed private swimming pool on roof and private open stairwell to roof. Proposed change from washroom/pantry to bathroom in recessed floor unit. Granted, validated 15 October 2026 - [**PA/05496/26** Qormi](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05496-26/qormi-demolish-existing-dilapidated-factory): To demolish existing dilapidated factory. Proposed excavation and construction of underground reservoir, 9 basement garages and 14 residential units. Pending, validated 19 August 2026, 1 floor - [**PA/05450/26** Xewkija](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05450-26/xewkija-demolition-of-existing-ruins): Proposed demolition of existing ruins. Proposed excavation and construction of reservoir, ground floor garage and 5 residential units. Pending, validated 5 August 2026, 1 floor - [**PA/05444/26** Santa Venera](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05444-26/santa-venera-demolition-of-existing-house): Proposed demolition of existing house. Proposed excavation and construction of reservoir, 2 garages and 8 residential units. Pending, validated 5 August 2026, 1 floor [All applications by Mario Cordina](https://propertylist.mt/perit/mario-cordina) ## More from Angelo Portelli - [**PA/06404/26** Birkirkara](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06404-26/birkirkara-demolition-of-existing-house): Proposed demolition of existing house. Proposed excavation and construction of underground reservoir. Proposed construction of 4 Class 4D shops with signage… Pending, validated 16 September 2026 - [**PA/05496/26** Qormi](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05496-26/qormi-demolish-existing-dilapidated-factory): To demolish existing dilapidated factory. Proposed excavation and construction of underground reservoir, 9 basement garages and 14 residential units. Pending, validated 19 August 2026, 1 floor - [**PA/05444/26** Santa Venera](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05444-26/santa-venera-demolition-of-existing-house): Proposed demolition of existing house. Proposed excavation and construction of reservoir, 2 garages and 8 residential units. Pending, validated 5 August 2026, 1 floor - [**PA/05441/26** Birkirkara](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05441-26/birkirkara-demolition-of-existing-house): Proposed demolition of existing house. Proposed excavation and construction of underground reservoir, garage and 4 residential units. Pending, validated 5 August 2026, 1 floor - [**PA/04533/26** Qrendi](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04533-26/qrendi-demolition-of-existing-garage): Proposed demolition of existing garage. Proposed excavation and construction of basement garage and 5 residential units. Pending, validated 1 July 2026, 1 floor - [**PA/04382/26** Rabat (Gozo)](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04382-26/rabat-gozo-changes-to-pa5927-24): Proposed changes to PA5927/24. Proposed demolition of existing residences. Proposed construction of 4 garages and 1 Class 4A offices, 24 apartments and… Pending, validated 24 June 2026 [All planning applications in Mosta](https://propertylist.mt/planning-applications/mosta)