Planning applications in Lija
259 planning applications since 27 September 2019: 154 granted, 6 refused, 29 pending. Tallest granted: 4 floors. 50 applications so far in 2026, 17 validated in the last 90 days. 96% of decided applications were granted. Granted buildings are typically 2 floors. 343 residential units applied for.
Most common works: Sanctioning (95), Restoration (22), Demolition & New Construction (Residential) (22), Alterations & Extensions (22), New Construction (Residential) (15).
Busiest streets: Triq il-Kbira (21), Triq il-Forn (18), Triq Sir Ugo Mifsud (16), Triq Annibale Preca (15), Triq il-Kuncizzjoni (11), Triq Robert Mifsud Bonnici (10).
Most active periti here: architecture 360, Ruben Sciortino, Japheth Luke Borg, JG Periti, Tancred Mifsud.
Latest decisions in Lija
- PA/04232/26 Lija: To dismantle the existing garage roof and reconstructing it at a higher level. This modification aims to create additional storage space from a ground floor…
- PA/03909/26 Lija: Proposed construction of infill dwelling and boundary wall, and excavate water reservoir.
- PA/04133/26 Lija: Alterations to semi-detached villa approved in PA6722/21 and excavation to construct pool.
- PA/00212/26 Lija: Sanctioning of garages as built.
- PA/07141/25 Lija: Proposed part demolition of structure and extension at ground, first and second floor level.
Latest applications in Lija
- PA/07782/26 Lija: Sanctioning of the front garden as built, following the works approved under PA 6295/05
- PA/06815/26 Lija: To sanction minor internal and external alterations to layout of apartment as approved by PA/497/99.
- PA/06812/26 Lija: To sanction changes from approved PA573/21, and extension at second floor.
- PA/06686/26 Lija: Internal and external alterations to the existing house, including installation of lift, solar panels and pool at roof level.
- PA/06680/26 Lija: To sanction minor differences from approved PA/00521/21 and proposed retractable pergola on terrace at second floor level.
- PA/06367/26 Lija: Minor internal alterations at ground floor and first floor. Dismantle low balcony overlooking backyard and reconstruct in same size but in level with the…
- PA/06364/26 Lija: Demolition of existing staircase and closure of the stairwell. Demolition of flooring in areas of proposed lift and spiral staircase from basement level to…
- PA/06304/26 Lija: To carry out internal and external changes to existing premisses from approved permit PA/2400/93 and to introduce a Class 4B retail shop at ground floor level…
- 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/06235/26 Lija: To propose the installation of a wall-mounted lightweight pergola, together with a lightweight roof structure over a small section at roof level.
- PA/06081/26 Lija: Proposed alterations and extension to pre-1968 dwelling. Works to also include facade restoration works, excavation of a pool in the backyard, demolition of…
- PA/05852/26 Lija: Proposed demolition of existing dwelling, excavation, and construction of 3 basement garages, 1 maisonette, 7 apartments and 2 penthouses.
- PA/05613/26 Lija: To demolish existing dwelling and garage, retain and restore facade and construct two residential dwellings with interconnected ground floor garages.
- PA/05438/26 Lija: Renewal of PA/07582/18: To extend existing washroom and create a residence and construct a recessed floor above. To introduce lift and modify internal…
- PA/05390/26 Lija: Sanctioning of minor external alterations to a pre-1967 structure.
- PA/05372/26 Lija: To sanction changes from PA/05101/00 and correction of all plans following survey.
- PA/05321/26 Lija: Proposed minor internal and external alterations to the existing building, including the construction of an additional room at first-floor level and an…
- PA/05292/26 Lija: Sanctioning of minor external alterations to a pre-1967 structure.
- PA/05188/26 Lija: Proposed internal alterations at ground floor level to remove accretions, enlarging internal yards and construction of new stairwell. Proposed construction of…
- PA/04751/26 Lija: To sanction alterations from PA3359/95 and PA7296/96 and to propose internal and external alterations, addition of a conservatory and to propose a garage in…
- PA/04711/26 Lija: Demolition of a terraced house and the excavation of the site, to construct 2 basement garages and 5 overlying residential units.
- PA/04552/26 Lija: Proposed changes to permit PA/02305/25, consisting of the addition of basement level-3 (having 37 garages in total), removal of the Class 4B by incorporating…
- PA/04232/26 Lija: To dismantle the existing garage roof and reconstructing it at a higher level. This modification aims to create additional storage space from a ground floor…
- PA/04133/26 Lija: Alterations to semi-detached villa approved in PA6722/21 and excavation to construct pool.
- PA/03959/26 Lija: To demolish existing premises and construct ground floor garages, an overlying apartments and a duplex penthouse at second and third floor level.
- PA/03909/26 Lija: Proposed construction of infill dwelling and boundary wall, and excavate water reservoir.
- PA/03729/26 Lija: To demolish existing disused residence, excavation of a basement level and construction of a basement garage, four residential units and an overlying penthouse.
- PA/03513/26 Lija: Proposed construction of pump room and sanctioning of landscaping as PA/00336/23.
- PA/03260/26 Lija: Proposed change of use from bar to a Class 4D food and drinks establishment where cooking is allowed. Application to include the sanctioning of minor internal…
- PA/03155/26 Lija: Proposed clearing of site, excavation of reservoir and construction of 2 duplex units over 4 floors and washroom level.
- PA/03150/26 Lija: Proposed installation of a Single-Sided Solar Powered Externally Illuminated Billboard – static billboard with external lighting (no LED display).
- PA/03073/26 Lija: To sanction minor changes to PB/00474/90 including pv panels and to propose construction of pool, carport and restoration of facade.
- PA/02739/26 Lija: Proposal restoration of facade.
- PA/02502/26 Lija: To sanction removal of substation and alterations to semi-detached villas following site surveys and setting out of official alignment.
- PA/02291/26 Lija: Proposal includes addition of balcony at first floor level and facade restoration.
- PA/01834/26 Lija: Internal alterations and re-erection of staircase that was dismantled in PA1025/15 (Condition 3) and PA2298/17 (Condition 4), and construction of room and…
- PA/01719/26 Lija: Proposed alterations to a pre-1967 dwelling. Changes include sanctioning of: existing extension at ground floor, demolition of: dilapidated rooms for…
- PA/01707/26 Lija: This application seeks the sanctioning of the existing residential unit at level +1 and roof level as built together with the depth of backyard. Proposed…
- PA/01622/26 Lija: To sanction variations from approved permit PA3811/15.
- PA/01507/26 Lija: Internal alteration, extension at second floor, construction of pool and jacuzzi at roof level. Shifting of pv panels on roof.
- PA/01476/26 Lija: Proposed pv panels at receded level.
- PA/01359/26 Lija: To demolish existing dilapidated rooms on a restricted site, to construct a two-storey dwelling including the excavation and construction of a rainwater…
- PA/01255/26 Lija: Demolition of existing property and construction of a garage at ground floor, 3 three bedroom apartments at first, second and third floor levels and 1 one…
- PA/00908/26 Lija: Proposed demolition of washrooms and construction of two duplex units at third and receded level.
- PA/00877/26 Lija: Additional to PA/04925/15 by demolishing neighboring property and joining it to residence. Creating a garage at street level.
- PA/00742/26 Lija: To sanction discrepancies to approved permit PA/00653/17 including variations to official alignment.
- 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/00212/26 Lija: Sanctioning of garages as built.
- PA/00086/26 Lija: To retain the original opening in the property's perimeter rubble wall (alterations to PA8091/21).
- PA/00042/26 Lija: Proposed alterations to existing property including installation of gate and formation of opening on facade to allow for a car space. To sanction variation…
Planning in Lija: common questions
How many planning applications are there in Lija?
PropertyList has 259 Planning Authority applications on record for Lija, 50 of them from 2026 and 17 validated in the last 90 days.
What share of planning applications are approved in Lija?
96% of the 160 decided applications in Lija on record were granted (154 granted, 6 refused). Each case depends on its own site and the local plan.
How high can you build in Lija?
Granted applications in Lija with a stated height are typically 2 floors; the tallest granted on record is 4 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 Lija?
The most active periti in Lija are architecture 360 (7), Ruben Sciortino (6), Japheth Luke Borg (6), JG Periti (5), Tancred Mifsud (4).
How do I object to a planning application in Lija?
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.