Planning applications in Gharb
311 planning applications since 14 May 2020: 187 granted, 7 refused, 31 pending. Tallest granted: 5 floors. 54 applications so far in 2026, 13 validated in the last 90 days. 96% of decided applications were granted. Granted buildings are typically 2 floors. 313 residential units applied for.
Most common works: Sanctioning (113), New Construction (Residential) (32), Agricultural (28), Other (27), Alterations & Extensions (Residential) (21).
Busiest streets: Triq Birbuba (32), Triq Santu Pietru (26), Triq il-Knisja (22), Triq Frangisk Portelli (20), Triq tat-Trux (18), Triq Mongur (16).
Most active periti here: Alexander Bigeni, Edward Scerri, Leonard Spiteri, Vella + Grech Periti, Saviour Micallef.
Latest decisions in Gharb
- PA/02574/26 Gharb: To sanction differences from PA03252/21 including an indoor pool at basement level and proposed change in facade material.
- PA/05767/26 Gharb: To construct walls to split ground floor garage approved in PA2476/21 and change in use part of garage to Class 4B retail and part to a domestic store and fix…
- PA/04538/26 Gharb: To sanction deviations from approved permit PA/07437/20, mainly slight shifting of walls and apertures and addition of partition in internal yard.
- PA/03495/26 Gharb: Proposed additions to dwelling house at second floor level approved in PA7194/23 and sanctioning of spiral stairs to roof level.
- PA/03315/26 Gharb: Part change of use from Class 1A residential to Class 1D pet groomer. To do signage of pet groomer on facade.
Latest applications in Gharb
- PA/07473/26 Gharb: Proposal to read: To dismantle existing ruins, excavate part of site and construct house with pool as an extension to existing front room including formation…
- PA/07279/26 Gharb: To dismantle and reinstate structurally unsafe roof using same materials and to raise same roof by 80cm.
- PA/07253/26 Gharb: To sanction minor internal alterations from PA6486/25 and proposed changes to materials and colour of apertures and railing at the back.
- PA/06590/26 Gharb: Alterations to layout and design to four dwellings including four pools as approved in PA/07944/21, and the reinstatement of the tennis court as part of site…
- PA/06306/26 Gharb: To sanction room at ground floor level, to refurbish and restore an existing dis-used cattle farm, retaining the original architectural features. Proposal…
- PA/06264/26 Gharb: To sanction minor internal alterations from previously approved in GD 3355/99.
- PA/06167/26 Gharb: To excavate and to construct an agricultural store with an underlying basement and a water reservoir.
- PA/05835/26 Gharb: To sanction minor variations from PA/05716/09, consisting in shifting of walls and apertures. To construct parapet wall at roof level for screening of services.
- PA/05767/26 Gharb: To construct walls to split ground floor garage approved in PA2476/21 and change in use part of garage to Class 4B retail and part to a domestic store and fix…
- PA/05661/26 Gharb: To replace deteriorated stone balcony with a new stone balcony of identical design. Stone corbels also to be replaced.
- PA/05598/26 Gharb: Proposed underground water reservoir and pump room.
- PA/05247/26 Gharb: To carry out alterations and extensions to 2 dwellings approved in PA/02094/15 and PA/07699/22 which have not been built yet. Alterations include changes to…
- PA/05037/26 Gharb: To rehabilitate existing pre-1967 townhouse through internal and external alterations, including demolition of non-original rear additions to reinstate back…
- PA/04960/26 Gharb: Sanctioning of as-built pergola with tensile fabric canopy and freestanding jacuzzi on roof terrace of setback floor approved in PA3718/20.
- PA/04935/26 Gharb: To propose alterations to the existing dwelling, including the construction of two residential units, two swimming pools at ground floor level, first-floor…
- PA/04924/26 Gharb: Restoration of existing dilapidated dwelling, removal of post 1967 additions, alterations, additions and extensions, construction of pool and roof structure.
- PA/04743/26 Gharb: To construct three washrooms.
- PA/04741/26 Gharb: To renew permit PA1676/19 - Excavation for proposed construction of garage basement and water reservoir; construction of terraced house with swimming pool in…
- PA/04720/26 Gharb: To excavation of site to construct reservoir at basement level, maisonette at ground floor level including 2 flats at first and receded floor level, in lieu…
- PA/04600/26 Gharb: To excavate and to construct a terraced house.
- PA/04538/26 Gharb: To sanction deviations from approved permit PA/07437/20, mainly slight shifting of walls and apertures and addition of partition in internal yard.
- PA/04430/26 Gharb: To demolish existing structures, to excavate and to construct 3 residential dwellings. To also construct 3 pools.
- PA/04428/26 Gharb: To sanction house as built, and to propose minor alteration from approved permit PA/02654/05 including construction of additional bedroom.
- PA/04191/26 Gharb: To demolish existing dwelling, proposed excavation of site; 6 no. garages for private cars at level -2, two flats at level -1, two maisonettes at level 0, two…
- PA/04083/26 Gharb: Proposed retention of existing facade and proposed changes to pre-68 dwelling. Changes include excavation of pool, demolition of intermediate floor,…
- PA/04016/26 Gharb: To sanction minor alterations to approved agricultural store in permit PA/7046/20, which includes the shifting of walls and the creation of new apertures.…
- PA/03819/26 Gharb: To sanction minor variation from PA4926/03 and to replace aluminum garage door and apertures to pvc and to install stone balconies.
- PA/03545/26 Gharb: To sanction minor changes in site and layout from that approved in PA/04931/05.
- PA/03495/26 Gharb: Proposed additions to dwelling house at second floor level approved in PA7194/23 and sanctioning of spiral stairs to roof level.
- PA/03315/26 Gharb: Part change of use from Class 1A residential to Class 1D pet groomer. To do signage of pet groomer on facade.
- PA/03302/26 Gharb: To sanction minor internal variations from PA/05716/09, consisting in shifting of internal walls and apertures. Also to sanction installation of suspended…
- PA/03212/26 Gharb: To sanction variation in an agricultural store covered by PA/01585/22; mainly consisting in variations in the apertures and top fascia. Also to detach parcel…
- PA/03095/26 Gharb: To construct minor additions at roof level to dwelling regularised in RG/01095/23.
- PA/03021/26 Gharb: To sanction alterations to dwelling approved in PA/03927/16. Alterations include changes to layout, to facade, and to levels, following site survey as per…
- PA/02678/26 Gharb: To sanction variances from PA/05875/24 for changes in; levels, and internal wall layouts.
- PA/02574/26 Gharb: To sanction differences from PA03252/21 including an indoor pool at basement level and proposed change in facade material.
- PA/02535/26 Gharb: To carry out alterations and extentions to terraced house approved in PA/01136/21. Alterations include changes to layout and to construct a roof structure.
- PA/02513/26 Gharb: To propose internal/external alterations and additions at ground floor and roof levels of the two dwellings approved in PA/1040/23. To also construct two…
- PA/02246/26 Gharb: To demolish existing private car garage and construct 3 private car garages at ground floor level with underlying water reservoirs and 8 residential units.
- PA/01727/26 Gharb: To sanction variations from PA8748/21 which include the site configuration, shifting of internal walls and elements in facade.
- PA/01232/26 Gharb: To sanction garage and domestic store at ground floor level, and to construct first floor forming dwelling.
- PA/01192/26 Gharb: To sanction differences in layout and in elevation from development permission PA3911/21 including receded roof structure extent and relocation of approved…
- PA/01129/26 Gharb: To sanction changes to DN01447/22 consisting of changes to internal wall layout and stairwell room on roof.
- PA/01069/26 Gharb: Part demolition of existing properties and the construction of a residential care home for the elderly (Class 2A).
- PA/01046/26 Gharb: To change of use from bedroom to Class 1D office.
- PA/00887/26 Gharb: To sanction additions and alterations to a pre-1957 building , including the excavation and construction of water reservoir and swimming pool, and…
- PA/00708/26 Gharb: Proposed additions and alterations to dwelling approved in PA3730/24 consisting of extension of garage and shifting of swimming pool.
- PA/00659/26 Gharb: To construct solarium in dwelling approved in PA4730/20 and to increase height of party walls.
- PA/00631/26 Gharb: To construct 6 stables and ancillary facilities consisting of paddock, manure clamp and cesspit. To excavate and construct underground reservoir. To restore…
- PA/00566/26 Gharb: To sanction minor changes to pre-1964 building approved in BN126/62.
Planning in Gharb: common questions
How many planning applications are there in Gharb?
PropertyList has 311 Planning Authority applications on record for Gharb, 54 of them from 2026 and 13 validated in the last 90 days.
What share of planning applications are approved in Gharb?
96% of the 194 decided applications in Gharb on record were granted (187 granted, 7 refused). Each case depends on its own site and the local plan.
How high can you build in Gharb?
Granted applications in Gharb with a stated height are typically 2 floors; the tallest granted on record is 5 floors. Heights are set street by street in the local plan, so check the street you're interested in on the PropertyList height map.
Which periti submit the most applications in Gharb?
The most active periti in Gharb are Alexander Bigeni (42), Edward Scerri (27), Leonard Spiteri (24), Vella + Grech Periti (21), Saviour Micallef (21).
How do I object to a planning application in Gharb?
Send a representation to the Planning Authority before the "comments close" date shown on the application. PropertyList shows that date on each application page, with a link to the case on the Planning Authority website.