--- title: "PA/04736/24: extension to existing Class 4B commercial premises in Lija | PropertyList" url: https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04736-24/lija-extension-to-existing-class-4b-commercial-premises source: PropertyList (propertylist.mt), from the Malta Planning Authority's public register retrieved: 2026-11-03 --- > Granted planning application in Lija: Proposed extension to existing Class 4B commercial premises, by means of excavation and construction of two levels of… Planning applications › Lija › PA0473624 # PA/04736/24: extension to existing Class 4B commercial premises in Lija Site at, Triq il-Mosta, Lija Proposed extension to existing Class 4B commercial premises, by means of excavation and construction of two levels of basement parking, two levels of Class 4B retail and overlying setback floor for ancillary storage. Includes partial internal and external alterations to existing building, redesign of facades and placement of signs. - **Status:** Granted (This application has been approved by Planning Board / Commission.) - **Location:** Site at, Triq il-Mosta, Lija - **Locality:** [Lija](https://propertylist.mt/planning-applications/lija) - **Applicant:** [Paul Gauci](https://propertylist.mt/applicant/paul-gauci) - **Perit:** [Perit Matthew J Mercieca](https://propertylist.mt/perit/matthew-j-mercieca) - **Application type:** Full development permission - **Zone:** Outside Development Zone - **Type of works:** Signage - **Height:** 2 floors plus a receded floor - **Received:** 14 June 2024 - **Validated:** 8 October 2025 - **Published:** 8 October 2025 - **Comments close:** 7 November 2025 - **Recommendation:** Grant Permission - **Decision:** Grant Permission - **Decision date:** 24 April 2026 - **Permit expires:** 13 May 2031 [Case details on the Planning Authority website](https://www.pa.org.mt/pacasedetails?CaseType=PA/04736/24) [Plans, case officer report and decision on eapps](https://eapps.pa.org.mt/Case/CaseDetails?caseType=PA&casenumber=04736&caseYear=24) ## Planning activity around Site at, Triq il-Mosta, Lija 39 other applications within 300 m: 27 granted, 1 refused, 4 pending. 96% of decided applications nearby were granted. Tallest granted nearby: 2 floors (PA/07593/24). On Triq il-Mosta: 7 other applications, 4 granted and 0 refused. - [**PA/05120/25** Lija](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05120-25/lija-extension-of-the-existing-office-space): Extension of the existing office space, classified as Class 4A, to provide additional workspace and improve overall functionality. Suspended, validated 6 August 2025, 87 m away - [**PA/05426/24** Lija](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05426-24/lija-it-is-proposed-to-dismantle-the-existing): It is proposed to dismantle the existing wall/gate, construct a new ramp, and develop a public service garage at basement level with overlying ancillary… Granted, validated 28 August 2024, 103 m away - [**PA/02701/21** Lija](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02701-21/lija-sanctioning-of-differences-from-pa5093-95-and-proposed): Sanctioning of differences from PA5093/95 and proposed internal changes. Status being checked, 135 m away - [**PA/00086/26** Lija](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00086-26/lija-retain-the-original-opening-in-the-propertys): To retain the original opening in the property's perimeter rubble wall (alterations to PA8091/21). Granted, validated 30 January 2026, 162 m away - [**PA/06266/26** Lija](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06266-26/lija-sanctioning-of-pre-1968-townhouse-following-updated-survey): Sanctioning of pre-1968 townhouse following updated survey, including sanctioning of photovoltaic (pv) panels, and sanctioning of variations from approved… Pending, validated 16 September 2026, 185 m away - [**PA/06235/26** Lija](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06235-26/lija-propose-the-installation-of-a-wall-mounted-lightweight): To propose the installation of a wall-mounted lightweight pergola, together with a lightweight roof structure over a small section at roof level. Pending, validated 9 September 2026, 185 m away - [**PA/05738/25** Lija](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05738-25/lija-sanctioning-of-maisonette-as-built-from-that): Sanctioning of maisonette as built from that approved in PA5727/03 including minor changes to layout and installation of chimney flue. Granted, validated 30 September 2025, 190 m away - [**PA/07782/26** Lija](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07782-26/lija-sanctioning-of-the-front-garden-as-built): Sanctioning of the front garden as built, following the works approved under PA 6295/05 Pending, 192 m away - [**PA/03150/26** Lija](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03150-26/lija-installation-of-a-single-sided-solar-powered-externally): Proposed installation of a Single-Sided Solar Powered Externally Illuminated Billboard – static billboard with external lighting (no LED display). Granted, validated 20 May 2026, 198 m away - [**PA/04622/24** Lija](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04622-24/lija-sanction-internal-minor-variations-in-basement-garage): To sanction internal minor variations in basement garage. Granted, validated 3 September 2024, 199 m away - [**PA/06604/24** Lija](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06604-24/lija-sanction-property-as-built-from-that-as): To sanction property as built from that as approved permit PA/3208/94, including proposed change in apertures Granted, validated 23 January 2025, 219 m away - [**PA/04671/23** Lija](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04671-23/lija-alteration-and-additions-at-ground-and-first): Proposed alteration and additions at ground and first floor level including minor demolition works to existing farmhouse and adjacent agricultural store in… Granted, validated 2 August 2023, 219 m away - [**PA/00411/22** Lija](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00411-22/lija-sanction-changes-from-papb2863-82-including-correction-of): To sanction changes from PAPB2863/82 including correction of site, construction of washroom at second floor, construction of parapet wall at roof level and… Status being checked, 224 m away - [**PA/02730/25** Lija](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02730-25/lija-excavation-and-construction-of-underground-agricultural-store): Proposed excavation and construction of underground agricultural store and reservoir, with overlying store room and pump room. Proposed fixing of gate. Granted, validated 30 April 2025, 235 m away - [**PA/04430/24** Lija](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04430-24/lija-transform-an-underutilized-site-into-a-public): To transform an underutilized site into a public green space, featuring easily accessible pathways, a tranquil sensory garden with a labyrinth maze,… Granted, validated 9 September 2024, 237 m away ## More by Matthew J Mercieca - [**PA/05917/26** Sliema](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05917-26/sliema-change-of-use-from-existing-class-1): Change of use from existing Class 1 residential unit to a Class 3A guest house. Includes, excavation and construction of two basement levels at the back of… Pending, validated 26 August 2026, 4 floors plus a receded floor - [**PA/03660/26** Senglea (Isla)](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03660-26/senglea-isla-change-of-use-from-approved-office-and): Proposed change of use from approved office and apartments (Class 1A) in PA/03698/18 to guesthouse (Class 3A), including internal alterations and minor… Pending, validated 3 June 2026 - [**PA/03451/26** Birkirkara](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03451-26/birkirkara-sanction-of-garage-from-papb65-77): Sanction of garage from PAPB65/77. Granted, validated 3 June 2026 - [**PA/03123/26** Swieqi](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03123-26/swieqi-sanction-subdivision-of-duplex-penthouse-into-two): To sanction subdivision of duplex penthouse into two separate apartments, including internal alterations and height variations. Granted, validated 24 June 2026 - [**PA/03014/26** Zebbug](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03014-26/zebbug-it-is-proposed-to-sub-divide-existing-pre-1967): It is proposed to sub-divide existing pre-1967 dwelling into two Class 1 residential units. Includes internal external alterations, addition of roof… Pending, validated 13 May 2026, 2 floors - [**PA/02339/26** Sliema](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02339-26/sliema-sanction-change-of-use-from-approved-hydrotherapy): To sanction change of use from approved hydrotherapy (Class 3C) to hair salon (Class 4B) at front part of level 3 (incl. sanctioning of minor internal… Granted, validated 15 April 2026 [All applications by Matthew J Mercieca](https://propertylist.mt/perit/matthew-j-mercieca) ## More from Paul Gauci - [**PA/07234/26** Birkirkara](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07234-26/birkirkara-renewal-of-pa-05131-16-with-the-description-change): Renewal of PA/05131/16 with the description: Change of use from a store to a Class 4B with a large store. Pending, validated 21 October 2026 - [**PA/03320/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03320-26/msida-pv-panels-at-roof-level-of-class): Proposed pv panels at roof level of Class 4A office block approved by PA/0636/23. Granted, validated 19 June 2026 - [**PA/04953/25** Zurrieq](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04953-25/zurrieq-extension-to-existing-pre-1968-house-of-character): Extension to existing pre-1968 house of character at first and second floor and internal alterations at ground floor level. Granted, validated 30 July 2025, 3 floors - [**PA/03538/24** Mosta](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03538-24/mosta-formalise-car-space-in-existing-basement-driveway): To formalise car space in existing basement driveway. Granted, validated 10 July 2024 - [**PA/02977/24** Naxxar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02977-24/naxxar-it-is-proposed-to-demolish-and-reconstruct): It is proposed to demolish and reconstruct part existing rubble boundary walls, formation of access gate, and demolition of pre-1968 dilapidated rooms,… Granted, validated 22 May 2024 - [**PA/07263/23** Birkirkara](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07263-23/birkirkara-sanctioning-of-generator-at-level-0): Sanctioning of generator at level 0. Granted, validated 31 January 2024 [All planning applications in Lija](https://propertylist.mt/planning-applications/lija)