Planning applications in Marsa

569 planning applications since 24 March 2020: 330 granted, 22 refused, 75 pending. Tallest granted: 6 floors. 112 applications so far in 2026, 30 validated in the last 90 days. 94% of decided applications were granted. Granted buildings are typically 3 floors. 718 residential units applied for.

Most common works: Sanctioning (155), Change of Use (60), Demolition & New Construction (Residential) (53), New Construction (34), Other (31).

Busiest streets: Triq Stiefnu Zerafa (30), Triq it-Tigrija (27), Triq Hal Qormi (26), Triq il-Marsa (24), Triq is-Salib tal-Marsa (24), Triq Isouard (20).

Most active periti here: John Attard, Edwin Mintoff, Mannie Galea, Mangion, Mangion & Partners, William Lewis.

Latest decisions in Marsa

PA/04308/26 Marsa: Installation of reversible tent structure for: Class 6A warehouse related activities (holding area for warehouse), including Class 5B garage for the… Granted, validated 24 June 2026, decided 28 October 2026
PA/03161/26 Marsa: Demolition of existing maisonette and excavation for the construction of a basement, road level garage with ancillary rooms, 3 apartments and a penthouse. Granted, validated 20 May 2026, 4 floors plus a receded floor, decided 20 October 2026
PA/03839/26 Marsa: Alterations and minor additions to maisonette approved in RG/488/24. Granted, validated 10 June 2026, decided 15 October 2026
PA/02832/26 Marsa: Proposed installation of a Single-Sided Internally Illuminated Billboard - Static Billboard with internal lighting (no LED display). Granted, validated 6 May 2026, decided 8 October 2026
PA/01849/26 Marsa: To sanction facade as built not in line with PA3882/15 and proposed modification to improve facade. Granted, validated 25 March 2026, decided 2 October 2026

Latest applications in Marsa

PA/00964/23 Marsa: Internal and external alterations to premises including part-change of use from magazino to Class 5A light industry at mezzanine level and inclusion of new… Granted, validated 1 March 2023
PA/00934/23 Marsa: To sanction existing stables as built in view that no permit was found. Granted, validated 22 February 2023
PA/00889/23 Marsa: To propose an additional floor of Class 4A overlying an approved structure by virtue of PA1268/22. Granted, validated 1 March 2023
PA/00677/23 Marsa: Extension as per approved PA03656/21, construction of setback floor and to create triplex unit from the approved. No addition of new unit. Granted, validated 22 February 2023
PA/00614/23 Marsa: Proposed demolition of dilapidated structure and proposed construction of underground basement garage, maisonette at ground floor level, 2 apartments at 1st,… Withdrawn, validated 15 February 2023, 4 floors plus a receded floor
PA/00543/23 Marsa: The replacement of structural slabs situated within the verandahs, as well as the installation of wc's on every floor, and the installation of a goods lift,… Granted, validated 6 September 2023
PA/00457/23 Marsa: Minor internal alterations to existing first floor level and construction of 3 addition units. Granted, validated 1 February 2023
PA/00439/23 Marsa: Change of use from existing vacant premises to pastizzeria including internal and external modifications. Proposed fixing of sign Granted, validated 15 February 2023
PA/00408/23 Marsa: To construct two storeys over the approved garage (PB4723/90) to be used as domestic storage. Granted, validated 30 March 2023, 3 floors
PA/00386/23 Marsa: Proposed formation of road forming part of development approved by outline permit PA8939/19. Granted, validated 8 February 2023
PA/00270/23 Marsa: To sanction minor internal alterations to an existing Class 6A store. Granted, validated 1 February 2023
PA/00262/23 Marsa: To replace existing main door, louvers, window and a traditional Maltese balcony in solid timber. To carry out restoration works on existing wrought iron… Granted, validated 28 February 2023
PA/00250/23 Marsa: Proposed subdivision of property into 2 residential units and proposed construction of room at second floor level showing alterations. Granted, validated 1 February 2023
PA/00132/23 Marsa: To erect a single sided illuminated billboard. Refused, validated 25 January 2023
PA/00090/23 Marsa: Sanctioning of internal apertures to stables as built over site covered by PA422/93. Granted, validated 13 April 2023
PA/00056/23 Marsa: To sanction ground floor level (Class 6A) stores as built over PB1279/87, to sanction first floor level Class 6A stores as built and to construct second floor… Refused, validated 15 March 2023
PA/03582/22 Marsa: To demolish washroom, to replace roof over garage, carry out internal and external alterations and construction extension on first floor and overlying washroom. Granted, validated 12 July 2022, 2 floors
PA/03561/22 Marsa: To sanction minor internal and external alterations on all floor of apartment block as built with variations from PA1127/10. Status being checked
PA/03496/22 Marsa: To sanction garage and drive as built from previous approved permit PB3934/86. Status being checked
PA/03251/22 Marsa: Construction of additional floor to approved building in permission PA02019/19, retaining the same overall approved height, with only minor changes in layout… Withdrawn
PA/03249/22 Marsa: Proposed change of use from office to Class 4D outlet including hiving-off ancillary office from warehouse approved in PA05815/16 and utilise same as a… Status being checked
PA/03248/22 Marsa: To demolish existing Class 5 warehouse while retaining existing facade and excavate below street level to form yard and install tanks to store bio-fuel… Refused, validated 17 August 2022
PA/03073/22 Marsa: Proposed restoration of the external envelope of the chapel. Status being checked
PA/02932/22 Marsa: To change use from local shop Class 4 to Class 4D charity kitchen over site covered by PA304/05. To propose minor changes inc. new w.c. in back yard and… Status being checked
PA/02899/22 Marsa: To carry out minor alterations and change of use from warehouse to Class 4A offices (shipping related) and fixing of sign. Status being checked
PA/02738/22 Marsa: Alterations to approved permit PA7990/19 - Roof over second floor is to be retained and levels of floors above are to be amended. Status being checked
PA/02617/22 Marsa: To sanction as-built school, internal alterations and construction of office at first-floor level and gymnasium at second-floor level (existing roof level),… Refused, validated 20 April 2022, 3 floors
PA/02507/22 Marsa: Replacement of timber balcony, like with like. Status being checked
PA/02443/22 Marsa: Minor internal alterations, fixing of sign and change of use from a domestic store to Class 4C outlet. Status being checked
PA/02366/22 Marsa: Alterations to pre-1967 maisonette, demolition of existing structure, excavation and construction of basement garages, maisonette and 8 apartments. Granted, validated 20 April 2022
PA/02248/22 Marsa: Excavation to the required levels as per approved PA3062/16, and construction of an arts and culture community hub. The proposal shall comprise of the… Status being checked
PA/02143/22 Marsa: To sanction partly change of use from a garage to car valeting. Proposed installation of sign. Status being checked
PA/01915/22 Marsa: Proposed construction of 1 no. apartment unit over existing residential block, including alterations at second floor. Status being checked
PA/01911/22 Marsa: Construction of two storey structure (Class 5B) for sorting and disposal of food products and packaging. Status being checked, 2 floors
PA/01866/22 Marsa: Internal alterations to existing townhouse, including demolition of existing washroom at roof level and construction of kitchen/living/dining, bathroom and… Status being checked
PA/01674/22 Marsa: The installation of a proposed fence along boundary wall of public garden. Status being checked
PA/01533/22 Marsa: To re-establish use of gaming parlour according to PA/775/11, fixing of a sign including an A.C. enclosure unit, and minor internal alterations. Status being checked
PA/01496/22 Marsa: Alterations to first floor maisonette; installation of lift and construction of an extension of 3 overlying floors (including a receded floor). Status being checked
PA/01455/22 Marsa: Demolition of a ground floor store and overlying first floor apartment. Construction of a Class 4B shop including fixing of sign. Construction of 3 apartments… Status being checked, 4 floors plus a receded floor
PA/01435/22 Marsa: Proposed restoration of external elevations. Status being checked
PA/01412/22 Marsa: To demolish and reconstruct dangerous roof. Proposal includes an extension on backyard. Status being checked
PA/01356/22 Marsa: Replacement of stone/steel balcony with one in aluminum. Status being checked
PA/01335/22 Marsa: Change of washroom to penthouse at setback level, including alterations at first, second, third and setback floor levels. Status being checked, 4 floors plus a receded floor
PA/01268/22 Marsa: To sanction alterations to PA3863/06 whilst keeping approved signage, and correction of site plan approved in PA3863/06. Status being checked
PA/01177/22 Marsa: Extension to existing office block to house training rooms and multipurpose facilities. Status being checked
PA/01171/22 Marsa: Alterations and extensions to ground floor warehouse, demolition of existing overlying first floor maisonette, and construction of 4 overlying apartments… Status being checked, 2 floors
PA/01028/22 Marsa: To carry out internal and external alterations to existing first floor maisonette, dismantling of rear rooms, rebuilding and additions at roof level. Status being checked
PA/00967/22 Marsa: To carry out internal and external alterations to existing ground floor maisonette, including dismantling of rear rooms and reconstruction with a different… Status being checked
PA/00899/22 Marsa: The installation of a proposed fence along boundary wall of public garden. Status being checked
PA/00522/22 Marsa: Construction of one storey external battery charging room including a maintenance area (Class 5A) as an extension to existing cold stores and related service… Status being checked