--- title: "PA/06552/25: convert existing residential unit into a boutique in Rabat | PropertyList" url: https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06552-25/rabat-convert-existing-residential-unit-into-a-boutique source: PropertyList (propertylist.mt), from the Malta Planning Authority's public register retrieved: 2026-11-03 --- > Granted planning application in Rabat: To convert existing residential unit into a boutique tourism accommodation (Class 3A). The proposal includes of… Planning applications › Rabat › PA0655225 # PA/06552/25: convert existing residential unit into a boutique in Rabat 3, Triq Bir il-Ljun, Rabat To convert existing residential unit into a boutique tourism accommodation (Class 3A). The proposal includes of existing concrete roof slabs and internal walls, reconstruction with a different layout extension at first floor level and roof level, and restoration of facade. - **Status:** Granted (This application has been approved by Planning Board / Commission.) - **Location:** 3, Triq Bir il-Ljun, Rabat - **Locality:** [Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/planning-applications/rabat) - **Applicant:** Francesca Hili - **Perit:** [Perit Karl Francalanza](https://propertylist.mt/perit/karl-francalanza) - **Application type:** Full development permission - **Zone:** Within Development Zone - **Type of works:** Restoration - **Received:** 8 September 2025 - **Validated:** 15 October 2025 - **Published:** 15 October 2025 - **Comments close:** 14 November 2025 - **Recommendation:** Refuse Permission - **Decision:** Grant Permission - **Decision date:** 29 April 2026 - **Permit expires:** 13 May 2031 [Case details on the Planning Authority website](https://www.pa.org.mt/pacasedetails?CaseType=PA/06552/25) [Plans, case officer report and decision on eapps](https://eapps.pa.org.mt/Case/CaseDetails?caseType=PA&casenumber=06552&caseYear=25) ## Planning activity around 3, Triq Bir il-Ljun, Rabat 218 other applications within 300 m: 150 granted, 3 refused, 18 pending. 98% of decided applications nearby were granted. Tallest granted nearby: 4 floors (PA/02063/25). On Triq Bir il-Ljun: 6 other applications, 2 granted and 0 refused. Approval estimate for restoration applications like this here: about 95% (likely range 65–100%, low reliability, from 16 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/06016/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06016-26/rabat-internal-and-external-alterations-to-existing-townhouse): Internal and external alterations to existing townhouse at ground and first floor, construction of new second and receded floors. Pending, validated 2 September 2026, 3 floors plus a receded floor, 10 m away - [**PA/00511/25** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00511-25/rabat-sanction-changes-from-approved-permit-pa-922-98-and): To sanction changes from approved permit PA/922/98 and proposed internal alterations at all levels. Proposed restoration of facade. Granted, validated 29 January 2025, 26 m away - [**PA/03890/25** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03890-25/rabat-alterations-to-the-kitchen): Alterations to the kitchen, living and dining area at third floor. Granted, validated 11 June 2025, 28 m away - [**PA/03060/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03060-24/rabat-sanctioning-of-changes-from-pa-01858-18-as-built): Sanctioning of changes from PA/01858/18 as built. Granted, validated 15 January 2025, 28 m away - [**PA/07368/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07368-26/rabat-propose-change-of-use-from-an-approved): To propose change of use from an approved private car garage as per PA3404/26 to a public service garage. Pending, validated 28 October 2026, 32 m away - [**PA/03404/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03404-26/rabat-sanction-internal-variations-of-ground-floor-garage): To sanction internal variations of ground floor garage approved as per PA2959/22. To demolish existing internal ramp. Granted, validated 22 July 2026, 34 m away - [**PA/03078/25** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03078-25/rabat-sanction-change-of-use-of-semi-basement-as): To sanction change of use of semi-basement as kitchen/dining room (as identified in process of renovation), to sanction room at roof level to bedroom, minor… Granted, validated 21 May 2025, 36 m away - [**PA/02959/22** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02959-22/rabat-construction-of-6-apartments-overlying-approved-2): Construction of 6 apartments overlying approved 2 ground floor garages. Granted, validated 4 May 2022, 38 m away - [**PA/05197/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05197-23/rabat-development-including-the-construction-of-additional-floors): Proposed development including the construction of additional floors and the conversion of existing single dwelling into four residential units. Development… Granted, validated 6 September 2023, 3 floors, 39 m away - [**PA/02271/21** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02271-21/rabat-sanction-minor-changes-to-internal-layouts-and): To sanction minor changes to internal layouts and stairs to recessed third floor as from approved in PA 7700/18. Changes to facade. Status being checked, 39 m away - [**PA/02192/21** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02192-21/rabat-sanction-site-extents-following-survey): To sanction site extents following survey, internal/external alterations to walls, extension at second floor level, apertures and chimney flue. Proposed… Status being checked, 3 floors, 43 m away - [**PA/03453/22** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03453-22/rabat-placing-of-tables-and-chairs): Placing of tables and chairs. Status being checked, 49 m away - [**PA/05260/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05260-23/rabat-proposed-internal-external-alterations-to-an-existing-pre-1968): To proposed internal/external alterations to an existing pre-1968 dwelling including the removal of a washroom to allow the inclusion of a receded level. Granted, validated 6 September 2023, 50 m away - [**PA/01492/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-01492-26/rabat-sanctioning-of-internal-variations-to-property-approved): Sanctioning of internal variations to property approved in PA/02687/12. Granted, validated 27 March 2026, 62 m away - [**PA/00858/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00858-24/rabat-1): 1. Alterations to the facade including the opening of a garage door at ground floor level and window at first floor level 2. Minor internal alterations to… Granted, validated 14 February 2024, 63 m away ## More by Karl Francalanza - [**PA/07739/26** Belt Valletta](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07739-26/belt-valletta-minor-changes): Proposed Minor changes, mainly internal alterations to walls and dilapidated ceilings to approved permit PA/04650/25. The project consists of a Class 3A… Pending - [**PA/06137/26** Swieqi](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06137-26/swieqi-demolition-of-the-existing-dwelling): Demolition of the existing dwelling, excavation of the site, and construction of a new residential villa comprising a basement level, ground floor, and first… Pending, validated 9 September 2026, 2 floors - [**PA/06117/26** Marsaskala](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06117-26/marsaskala-sanctioning-of-built-floors-approved-via-pa4340-18): Sanctioning of built floors approved via PA4340/18 and proposal to subdivide the duplex penthouse into two separate units. Pending, validated 9 September 2026 - [**PA/05518/26** Gzira](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05518-26/gzira-subdivide-the-existing-penthouse-into-two-independent): To subdivide the existing penthouse into two independent residential units, to sanction internal alterations, and discrepancies from the previously approved… Granted, validated 5 October 2026 - [**PA/05472/26** Birkirkara](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05472-26/birkirkara-sanctioning-of-minor-internal-alterations-and-minor): Sanctioning of minor internal alterations and minor facade changes. Change of use at basement floor only, from underground garage to store. Pending, validated 19 August 2026 - [**PA/03376/26** Santa Venera](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03376-26/santa-venera-sanction-garage-as-built): To sanction garage as built. Proposal also includes modifications to the garage door opening. Granted, validated 30 June 2026 [All applications by Karl Francalanza](https://propertylist.mt/perit/karl-francalanza) [All planning applications in Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/planning-applications/rabat)