--- title: "PA/07604/26: Change of use from boutique hotel in Belt Valletta | PropertyList" url: https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07604-26/belt-valletta-change-of-use-from-boutique-hotel source: PropertyList (propertylist.mt), from the Malta Planning Authority's public register retrieved: 2026-11-03 --- > Pending planning application in Belt Valletta: Change of use from boutique hotel (Class 3A) into a 5-star hotel (Class 3B); minor alterations to facade and… Planning applications › Belt Valletta › PA0760426 # PA/07604/26: Change of use from boutique hotel in Belt Valletta 55, 56, Palazzino, Triq l-Ifran, Belt Valletta Change of use from boutique hotel (Class 3A) into a 5-star hotel (Class 3B); minor alterations to facade and addition of facade signage, demolishing of ceilings/internal partitions and construction of one room at rooftop level. - **Status:** Pending (Awaiting Recommendation) - **Location:** 55, 56, Palazzino, Triq l-Ifran, Belt Valletta - **Locality:** [Belt Valletta](https://propertylist.mt/planning-applications/belt-valletta) - **Applicant:** [Mario Gauci](https://propertylist.mt/applicant/mario-gauci) - **Perit:** [Perit Ryan Calleja](https://propertylist.mt/perit/ryan-calleja) - **Application type:** Full development permission - **Zone:** Within Development Zone - **Type of works:** Demolition & New Construction - **Received:** 12 August 2026 - **Published:** 4 November 2026 - **Comments close:** 4 December 2026 The public planning file has 16 documents: plans, reports, consultations and the decision. [Case details on the Planning Authority website](https://www.pa.org.mt/pacasedetails?CaseType=PA/07604/26) [Plans, case officer report and decision on eapps](https://eapps.pa.org.mt/Case/CaseDetails?caseType=PA&casenumber=07604&caseYear=26) ## Planning activity around 55, 56, Palazzino, Triq l-Ifran, Belt Valletta 27 other applications on the same street: 17 granted, 0 refused, 2 pending. 100% of decided applications nearby were granted. On Triq l-Ifran: 27 other applications, 17 granted and 0 refused. Periti active on this street: [Elena Borg Costanzi](https://propertylist.mt/perit/elena-borg-costanzi), [Andrew Vinci](https://propertylist.mt/perit/andrew-vinci), [Anthony Robinson](https://propertylist.mt/perit/anthony-robinson). - [**PA/06470/26** Belt Valletta](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06470-26/belt-valletta-change-of-use-from-a-class-4b): Change of use from a Class 4B (retail) to Class 4C (cafeteria), including alterations to facade and internal layout. Pending, validated 23 September 2026 - [**PA/00344/26** Belt Valletta](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00344-26/belt-valletta-change-of-use-from-class-4a-office): Change of use from Class 4A office to residential block and internal alterations, converting to 10 units. Pending, validated 28 January 2026 - [**PA/07144/25** Belt Valletta](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07144-25/belt-valletta-replacement-of-existing-aluminum-shop-front-of): Replacement of existing aluminum shop front of a Class 4B establishment including replacement of signage and extension of basement store. Granted, validated 24 November 2025 - [**PA/07332/25** Belt Valletta](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07332-25/belt-valletta-change-in-use-for-class-4b): Change in use for Class 4B (from shop) to Class 4A (office) to form extension. Including removal of existing concrete slab in part of the existing facade at… Granted, validated 12 November 2025 - [**PA/06198/25** Belt Valletta](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06198-25/belt-valletta-maintenance-of-facade): Maintenance of facade. Granted, validated 20 October 2025 - [**PA/05207/25** Belt Valletta](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05207-25/belt-valletta-sanction-differences-from-approved-permit-pa-01048-22): To sanction differences from approved permit PA/01048/22, minor internal changes. Granted, validated 20 August 2025 - [**PA/03816/25** Belt Valletta](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03816-25/belt-valletta-change-of-use-from-existing-offices-to): Change of use from existing Offices to Class 3A guesthouse with 12 rooms including minor internal alterations. Granted, validated 11 June 2025 - [**PA/03260/25** Belt Valletta](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03260-25/belt-valletta-introducing-a-new-floor-to-the-class): Introducing a new floor to the Class 4A development approved in PA/5239/23. The new floor is to consist of one corner Class 4A office space, a kitchenette, a… Withdrawn, validated 21 May 2025 - [**PA/01141/25** Belt Valletta](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-01141-25/belt-valletta-additions-and-alterations-to-change-in-use): Additions and alterations to change in use to existing house into a Class 3A tourist accommodation. Granted, validated 26 February 2025 - [**PA/00018/25** Belt Valletta](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00018-25/belt-valletta-sanction-replacement-of-pre-1967-timber-balcony-with): To sanction replacement of pre-1967 timber balcony with same material and design balcony. Granted, validated 15 January 2025 - [**PA/05980/24** Belt Valletta](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05980-24/belt-valletta-change-of-use-from-class-4a): Change of use from Class 4A (office) to residential unit including proposed internal alterations. Granted, validated 11 September 2024 - [**PA/05615/24** Belt Valletta](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05615-24/belt-valletta-change-of-use-from-existing-residential-building): Proposed change of use from existing residential building to Class 3B hotel. Proposal includes internal and external alterations. Granted, validated 28 August 2024 - [**PA/02397/24** Belt Valletta](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02397-24/belt-valletta-extend-outdoor-catering-area-compromising-of-table): To extend outdoor catering area compromising of table and chairs in front of catering establishment. Granted, validated 24 April 2024 - [**PA/05035/23** Belt Valletta](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05035-23/belt-valletta-minor-internal-alterations-at-first-floor-connecting): Minor internal alterations at first floor connecting two dwellings. Granted, validated 30 October 2023 - [**PA/05383/23** Belt Valletta](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05383-23/belt-valletta-restoration-of-facade): Restoration of facade. Granted, validated 24 October 2023 ## More by Ryan Calleja - [**PA/07110/26** San Pawl il-Bahar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07110-26/san-pawl-il-bahar-sanctioning-of-removable-and-demountable-shading-str): Sanctioning of removable and demountable shading structures in parking area and the proposal of storage terraces. Pending, validated 21 October 2026 - [**PA/06736/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06736-26/msida-application-for-illuminated-retail-signage): Proposed application for illuminated retail signage. For Class 4B outlet. Mix markt. Pending - [**PA/06726/26** Birkirkara](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06726-26/birkirkara-description-of-works): Description of works; Demolish site entrance wall and reconstruct with in site boundary. To sanction the as-built balcony on level 1 and retain the existing… Pending, validated 30 September 2026 - [**PA/06367/26** Lija](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06367-26/lija-minor-internal-alterations-at-ground-floor-and): Minor internal alterations at ground floor and first floor. Dismantle low balcony overlooking backyard and reconstruct in same size but in level with the… Pending, validated 23 September 2026 - [**PA/06364/26** Lija](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06364-26/lija-demolition-of-existing-staircase-and-closure-of): Demolition of existing staircase and closure of the stairwell. Demolition of flooring in areas of proposed lift and spiral staircase from basement level to… Pending, validated 23 September 2026 - [**PA/06192/26** Ta' Xbiex](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06192-26/ta-xbiex-demolition-of-existing-building-structure): Demolition of existing building structure (apartments) and proposed replacement of new building structure with additional three floors (including setback). Pending, validated 30 September 2026 [All applications by Ryan Calleja](https://propertylist.mt/perit/ryan-calleja) ## More from Mario Gauci - [**PA/07081/26** Mellieha](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07081-26/mellieha-sanction-departures-from-that-approved-in-pa-3316-95): To sanction departures from that approved in PA/3316/95 to residential units which includes changes to the internal layouts, site configuration, levels, to… Pending, validated 14 October 2026 - [**PA/04009/25** Birkirkara](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04009-25/birkirkara-sanction-class-4a-office-as-built): To sanction Class 4A office as built, since the original permit could not be traced, and to install two a.c units - one in the front garden, enclosed in a… Granted, validated 18 June 2025 - [**PA/03077/25** Gharghur](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03077-25/gharghur-extension-at-third-floor-level-to-full): Proposed extension at third floor level to full floor and proposed receded fourth floor level to approved house in PA48/23. Granted, validated 21 May 2025, 4 floors plus a receded floor - [**PA/00452/25** St Julians](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00452-25/st-julians-propose-minor-internal-alterations-and-change-of): To propose minor internal alterations and change of use from Class 4B to Class 4C. Granted, validated 29 January 2025 - [**PA/08427/24** Mellieha](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-08427-24/mellieha-alterations-to-existing-garages-including-conversion-of): Alterations to existing garages including conversion of one garage into a common area. Demolition of existing washroom and construction of 2 floor and a… Granted, validated 12 February 2025, 3 floors plus a receded floor - [**PA/03982/24** San Pawl il-Bahar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03982-24/san-pawl-il-bahar-sanctioning-to-approved-permits-pa-4781-98-and-pb-42): Proposed sanctioning to approved permits PA/4781/98 and PB/4211/88 and proposed alterations. Application also includes change of use from approved store at… Granted, validated 3 July 2024 [All planning applications in Belt Valletta](https://propertylist.mt/planning-applications/belt-valletta)