PA/04430/24: transform an underutilized site into a public in Lija
Proposed Garden, Triq Merino c/w, Triq il-Vittmi tal-Kamra tan-Nar, Lija
To transform an underutilized site into a public green space, featuring easily accessible pathways, a tranquil sensory garden with a labyrinth maze, reflexology path and a veranda for leisurely reading. Proposal also includes the construction of a public convenience and ancillary store, the demolition of pre-1968 structures and restoration of features within the site.
- Status
- Granted (This application has been approved by Planning Board / Commission.)
- Location
- Proposed Garden, Triq Merino c/w, Triq il-Vittmi tal-Kamra tan-Nar, Lija
- Locality
- Lija
- Applicant
- Joseph Cuschieri
- Perit
- Perit Frank Muscat
- Application type
- Full development permission - Summary Process
- Zone
- Within Development Zone
- Type of works
- Restoration
- Received
- 8 April 2024
- Validated
- 9 September 2024
- Published
- 10 July 2024
- Comments close
- 25 July 2024
- Decision
- Acceptable
- Permit expires
- 18 September 2029
Case details on the Planning Authority website
Plans, case officer report and decision on eapps
Planning activity around Proposed Garden, Triq Merino c/w, Triq il-Vittmi tal-Kamra tan-Nar, Lija
70 other applications within 300 m: 46 granted, 1 refused, 5 pending. 98% of decided applications nearby were granted. Tallest granted nearby: 3 floors (PA/07585/24).
On Triq Merino: 3 other applications, 2 granted and 0 refused.
Approval estimate for restoration 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/00304/26 Lija: Proposed internal and external alterations to existing dwelling, including extension of roof structure and conversion of front room to garage for private…
- PA/05571/25 Lija: Sanctioning and upgrading of alterations carried out in the 1970's to a two storey residence in Lija plus addition of solar photovoltaic panels to existing…
- PA/00606/23 Lija: Proposed construction of parapet wall over development approved by PA8987/19 to include services including pv panels within.
- PA/00505/25 Lija: Proposed construction of wall at second floor level to match height of adjacent third-party property.
- PA/07593/24 Lija: Construction of lightweight structure at ground floor. Construction of room over existing terrace at first floor. Sanctioning of PV panels.
- PA/02821/22 Lija: Sanctioning of minor variations in site configuration, and proposing of the widening of an internal opening.
- PA/01194/23 Lija: Proposed alterations and minor extension to existing house of character. Alterations relate to internal walls and configuration at all levels, with the…
- PA/00183/25 Lija: Proposed minor internal alterations and extension at roof level to create living space and washroom to the existing townhouse.
- PA/06266/26 Lija: Sanctioning of pre-1968 townhouse following updated survey, including sanctioning of photovoltaic (pv) panels, and sanctioning of variations from approved…
- PA/04164/23 Lija: Proposed alterations and additions to existing pre-1968 dwelling. Proposed alterations include partial internal demolition and construction of new additions…
- PA/00411/22 Lija: To sanction changes from PAPB2863/82 including correction of site, construction of washroom at second floor, construction of parapet wall at roof level and…
- PA/07191/25 Lija: Proposed opening of a garage door in place of the existing window, and use of the front room as a garage for the parking of a private car.
- PA/03150/26 Lija: Proposed installation of a Single-Sided Solar Powered Externally Illuminated Billboard – static billboard with external lighting (no LED display).
- PA/00468/22 Lija: Demolition of various small accretions to enlarge courtyard, demolition and rebuilding of concrete slabs together with other alterations to annex no 67 to the…
- PA/04671/23 Lija: Proposed alteration and additions at ground and first floor level including minor demolition works to existing farmhouse and adjacent agricultural store in…
More by Frank Muscat
- PA/07148/26 Kalkara: To sanction internal and external variations from approved PA/1370/12, and proposed part change of use from Class 4D to Class 4B shop, internal partitions and…
- PA/06554/26 Santa Venera: Proposed internal alterations within an existing private institution to provide 11 self-catering temporary social housing units (Class 2A). Proposal includes…
- PA/05700/26 Qormi: Proposed relocation of approved domestic store/garage to basement level, introduction of a retail outlet store room (Class 4B) serving the adjacent retail…
- PA/03198/26 Santa Venera: To include a store room at the razzett in Romeo Romano Garden.
- PA/02975/26 Rabat (Gozo): Proposal for a temporary ambulance support area comprising shaded ambulance parking, offices, and staff administrative facilities.
- PA/02947/26 Kercem: Proposed excavation and construction of new dwelling which includes, ground and basement level, reservoir and reinstating soil at roof level.
All applications by Frank Muscat
More from Joseph Cuschieri
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- PA/04808/24 Hamrun: Proposed greening of external recreation area currently used as sports court, including excavation and construction of reservoir, OCR (obstacle course race),…
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- PA/03950/24 Birzebbuga: Embellishment of existing unkept garden into a community oriented green space and provision of access between Triq l-Gherien and Triq F.M. Ferretti.
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