--- title: "Planning applications in Msida: latest permits and decisions | PropertyList" url: https://propertylist.mt/planning-applications/msida source: PropertyList (propertylist.mt), from the Malta Planning Authority's public register retrieved: 2026-11-02 --- > 779 Planning Authority applications in Msida, 153 this year. 95% of decided applications granted. Tallest granted: 8 floors. New builds, extensions and… Planning applications › By locality › Msida # Planning applications in Msida 779 planning applications since 12 December 2020: 488 granted, 27 refused, 78 pending. Tallest granted: 8 floors. 153 applications so far in 2026, 41 validated in the last 90 days. 95% of decided applications were granted. Granted buildings are typically 5 floors. 2,660 residential units applied for. Most common works: Sanctioning (253), Demolition & New Construction (Residential) (122), Change of Use (79), New Construction (Residential) (40), Permit Renewal (38). Busiest streets: Triq il-Wied tal-Imsida (45), Triq Misrah il-Barrieri (32), Triq it-Torri (28), Triq D' Argens (25), Triq tal-Qroqq (25), Triq Santa Venera (24). Most active periti here: [Maria Schembri Grima](https://propertylist.mt/perit/maria-schembri-grima), [Elena Borg Costanzi](https://propertylist.mt/perit/elena-borg-costanzi), [Aquilina and Sammut Alessi](https://propertylist.mt/perit/aquilina-and-sammut-alessi), [David Ellul Mercer](https://propertylist.mt/perit/david-ellul-mercer), [George Farrugia](https://propertylist.mt/perit/george-farrugia). ## Latest decisions in Msida - [**PA/03720/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03720-26/msida-installation-of-one-sided-static-billboard): Proposed installation of one-sided static billboard. Refused, validated 10 June 2026, decided 29 October 2026 - [**PA/03698/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03698-26/msida-installation-of-one-sided-static-billboard): Proposed installation of one-sided static billboard. Refused, validated 10 June 2026, decided 29 October 2026 - [**PA/03696/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03696-26/msida-installation-of-static): Proposed installation of static (one-sided) billboard. Refused, validated 10 June 2026, decided 29 October 2026 - [**PA/05791/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05791-26/msida-split-ground-floor-class-4a-office-from): To split ground floor Class 4A office from residential unit. Granted, validated 19 August 2026, decided 27 October 2026 - [**PA/03533/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03533-26/msida-internal-and-external-alterations): Proposed internal and external alterations, including the addition of a pool and jacuzzi, and an extension comprising two additional guest rooms at ground… Granted, validated 3 June 2026, decided 27 October 2026 ## Latest applications in Msida - [**PA/07553/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07553-26/msida-sanction-variations-from-pa-00665-91): To sanction variations from PA/00665/91, including repositioning of internal walls, doors and windows. Pending - [**PA/07536/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07536-26/msida-demolish-the-existing-property): To demolish the existing property, excavate to the required levels, and construct basement garages, a ground-floor maisonette, apartments on the first to… Pending, validated 28 October 2026, 4 floors plus a receded floor - [**PA/07393/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07393-26/msida-renewal-of-approved-permit-pa-04575-21-site): Renewal of approved permit PA/04575/21 - Site excavation for construction of basement level and rain water reservoir below, construction of a ground floor… Pending, 6 floors - [**PA/07270/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07270-26/msida-propose-minor-internal-and-external-alterations-to): To propose minor internal and external alterations to the approved PA/11445/18. The application also includes amendments to the overall facade design. Pending - [**PA/07230/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07230-26/msida-demolition-of-the-existing-dwelling-and-construction): Demolition of the existing dwelling and construction of ground-floor car parking spaces, together with Class 4B stationery premises, five offices at… Pending, validated 21 October 2026 - [**PA/07223/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07223-26/msida-demolish-part-motorcycle-showroom-and-part-dwelling): To demolish part motorcycle showroom and part dwelling and construct 1no garage at part ground floor level and a guesthouse (Class 3A) at part ground, first,… Pending, validated 21 October 2026, 7 floors plus a receded floor - [**PA/07131/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07131-26/msida-correction-of-site-plan-for-pa-03679-16): Correction of site plan for PA/03679/16. Pending - [**PA/07065/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07065-26/msida-sanction-layout): To sanction layout (including facade signage) of existing car showroom. Application includes part change of use to public service. Pending, validated 14 October 2026 - [**PA/07030/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07030-26/msida-change-of-use-from-garage-for-private): Proposed change of use from garage for private vehicles to public service garage for cars and motorcycles, and proposed minor internal and external alterations. Pending, validated 14 October 2026 - [**PA/06911/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06911-26/msida-demolition-of-the-existing-dwelling-from-first-floor): Demolition of the existing dwelling from first-floor level upwards and construction of a residential development comprising one (1) two-bedroom apartment at… Pending, validated 14 October 2026, 5 floors plus a receded floor - [**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/06462/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06462-26/msida-demolish-existing-building-and-construct-development-including): To demolish existing building and construct development including ground floor shop (Class 4B), and overlying six apartments. Pending, 3 floors - [**PA/06447/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06447-26/msida-minor-internal-alteration-to-ground-floor-maisonette): Minor internal alteration to ground floor maisonette. Granted, validated 20 October 2026 - [**PA/06440/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06440-26/msida-biex-jigi-ssanati-alterazzonijet-kemm-interni-kif): Biex jigi ssanati alterazzonijet kemm interni kif ukoll esterni minn dawk fil-permess PA/14/18. Pending, validated 23 September 2026 - [**PA/06314/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06314-26/msida-sanction-penthouse-as-built): To sanction penthouse as built. Granted, validated 20 October 2026 - [**PA/06305/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06305-26/msida-demolition-of-existing-commercial-showroom): Proposed demolition of existing commercial showroom, and construction of Class 3A guesthouse comprising of 27 rooms, as well as ancillary facilities. Pending, validated 16 September 2026 - [**PA/06229/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06229-26/msida-sanction-the-apartment-as-built): To sanction the apartment as built, in accordance with the approved permit PA/4724/06. Granted, validated 27 October 2026 - [**PA/06219/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06219-26/msida-demolition-of-existing-building): Proposed demolition of existing building , excavation of reservoir and construction of reservoir and construction of 12 units from ground floor to sixth floor… Pending, validated 9 September 2026, 6 floors - [**PA/06139/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06139-26/msida-sanctioning-of-minor-variations-from-approved-plan): Sanctioning of minor variations from approved plan as per PA/5404/08. Which mainly includes displacements of walls and front balconies configurations. Granted, validated 15 October 2026 - [**PA/06116/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06116-26/msida-change-use-from-domestic-stores-approved-in): To change use from domestic stores approved in PA/05852/23 to a residential dwelling. To also carry out other alterations. Pending, validated 9 September 2026 - [**PA/06115/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06115-26/msida-sanctioning-of-minor-changes-from-pa4794-94): Proposed sanctioning of minor changes from PA4794/94, development of airspace to create 4 new units, and installation of new lift from first floor to receded… Pending, validated 9 September 2026 - [**PA/06105/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06105-26/msida-sanctioning-of-minor-variations-from-last-approved): Sanctioning of minor variations from last approved PA/05269/06. Variations include: position of apartment, not on plan, but in section. The size and presence… Granted, validated 14 October 2026 - [**PA/06102/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06102-26/msida-sanction-discrepancies-in-plan-from-approved-plans): To sanction discrepancies in plan from approved plans (PA2993/24). Pending, validated 9 September 2026 - [**PA/06054/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06054-26/msida-sanctioning-of-internal-and-external-alterations-including): Sanctioning of internal and external alterations including extension to Class 4B showroom. Proposed excavation and construction of basement garage. Pending, validated 2 September 2026 - [**PA/06048/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06048-26/msida-change-of-use-of-class-4b-shop): Proposed change of use of Class 4B shop into a public service garage. Pending, validated 2 September 2026 - [**PA/06046/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06046-26/msida-change-of-use-from-a-garage-to): Proposed change of use from a garage to a Class 5A car valeting and detailing outlet including laundry area for personal use, w.c. and fixing of signage. Pending, validated 2 September 2026 - [**PA/05988/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05988-26/msida-propose-a-facility-for-the-care-of): To propose a facility for the care of the elderly (Class 2A) instead of a hotel (Class 3B) as approved in PA/00393/22. Proposal includes changes to design… Suspended, validated 2 September 2026, 10 floors - [**PA/05958/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05958-26/msida-sanctioning-of-the-common-stairwell-at-ground): Sanctioning of the common stairwell at ground and first floor and to sanction second floor unit in it's entirety. Demolition of existing stairwell and third… Pending, validated 2 September 2026, 6 floors - [**PA/05948/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05948-26/msida-sanction-apartment-as-built-from-approved-pb1803-69-3745-66): To sanction apartment as built from approved PB1803/69/3745/66. Pending, validated 28 October 2026 - [**PA/05902/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05902-26/msida-sanctioning-of-minor-internal-alterations): Sanctioning of minor internal alterations, and corrections to survey drawings illustrated in DN1492/16. Granted, validated 6 October 2026 - [**PA/05837/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05837-26/msida-sanction-the-garage-as-built-from-the): To sanction the garage as built from the approved PA/05230/01. Granted, validated 15 September 2026 - [**PA/05791/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05791-26/msida-split-ground-floor-class-4a-office-from): To split ground floor Class 4A office from residential unit. Granted, validated 19 August 2026 - [**PA/05709/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05709-26/msida-demolish-pre-1967-structure-and-construct-a-class): To demolish pre-1967 structure and construct a Class 4B premises and maisonette at ground floor, 10 overlying 1-bedroom units at first to fifth floor and 2… Pending, validated 26 August 2026, 6 floors plus a receded floor - [**PA/05524/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05524-26/msida-sanctioning-of-variations-between-pa-956-24-and-as): Sanctioning of variations between PA/956/24 and as built, proposed change of use to public service garage and administration office, minor internal… Pending, validated 19 August 2026 - [**PA/05516/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05516-26/msida-sanctioning-of-addition-of-box-room): Sanctioning of addition of box room, and minor differences in bathroom dimensions and shaft apertures, to the development approved under permit no. PA/00448/15. Granted, validated 15 September 2026 - [**PA/05445/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05445-26/msida-sanction-ground-floor-apartment): To sanction ground floor apartment (Apt no.1) as built from approved PB1803/69/3745/66. Endorsement of variations from the official building alignments within… Pending, validated 16 September 2026 - [**PA/05403/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05403-26/msida-demolish-existing-2-dwellings): To demolish existing 2 dwellings, excavate site and proposed construction of 3 basement private car garages, 1 maisonette at ground floor, 2 apartments at… Granted, validated 25 September 2026, 6 floors plus a receded floor - [**PA/05304/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05304-26/msida-addition-of-two-units): Proposed addition of two units. Pending, validated 29 July 2026 - [**PA/05295/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05295-26/msida-sanction-property-as-built-since-original-permit): To sanction property as built since original permit could not be traced. Granted, validated 11 September 2026 - [**PA/05258/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05258-26/msida-indication-of-the-parking-spaces-within-a): Indication of the parking spaces within a registered public service garage and allocation of a private residential parking space. Pending, validated 14 October 2026 - [**PA/05208/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05208-26/msida-demolition-of-the-existing-structure): Demolition of the existing structure, alterations to the existing ground floor garage, and construction of a residential development comprising of two new… Pending, 5 floors plus a receded floor - [**PA/05157/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05157-26/msida-propose-a-change-of-use-from-two): To propose a change of use from two dwellings to a Class 3A hostel with 8 bedrooms, a breakfast area and ancillary guest facilities. Suspended, validated 29 July 2026 - [**PA/05144/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05144-26/msida-changes-to-development-approved-in-pa-02059-25-comprising): Changes to development approved in PA/02059/25 comprising of the following; Addition of buffer zone along third party wall at basement level and one HCB leaf… Pending, validated 29 July 2026 - [**PA/05098/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05098-26/msida-demolition-of-existing-property): Demolition of existing property, excavation of plot and construction of five parking spaces at basement level and 20 apartments from ground floor level… Pending, validated 22 July 2026, 5 floors plus a receded floor - [**PA/04937/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04937-26/msida-change-of-use-from-a-retail-shop): Change of use from a retail shop approved under PA/08021/94 and a hotel lobby under RG/01671/17 to a Class 4B butcher. Application also includes minor… Pending, validated 15 July 2026 - [**PA/04890/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04890-26/msida-additional-apartment-at-receded-floor-level): Proposed additional apartment at receded floor level. Pending, validated 15 July 2026 - [**PA/04881/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04881-26/msida-propose-excavation-works-and-minor-alterations-to): To propose excavation works and minor alterations to the approved permit PA/02518/25, including changes to the internal layout, changes of materials to the… Granted, validated 16 September 2026 - [**PA/04877/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04877-26/msida-sanction-minor-internal-changes-to-garage-from): To sanction minor internal changes to garage from approved permit PA1092/01. Pending, validated 19 August 2026 - [**PA/04860/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04860-26/msida-sanction-changes-following-detailed-survey-from-approved): To sanction changes following detailed survey from approved permit PA/3498/06. Granted, validated 27 August 2026 - [**PA/04788/26** Msida](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04788-26/msida-alterations-to-the-common-stairwell-to-accommodate): Proposed alterations to the common stairwell to accommodate the installation of a lift; alterations to the existing elevated ground-floor apartment,… Pending, validated 8 July 2026, 5 floors plus a receded floor Page 1 of 16 [Older](https://propertylist.mt/planning-applications/msida?page=2) ## Planning in Msida: common questions ### How many planning applications are there in Msida? PropertyList has 779 Planning Authority applications on record for Msida, 153 of them from 2026 and 41 validated in the last 90 days. ### What share of planning applications are approved in Msida? 95% of the 515 decided applications in Msida on record were granted (488 granted, 27 refused). Each case depends on its own site and the local plan. ### How high can you build in Msida? Granted applications in Msida with a stated height are typically 5 floors; the tallest granted on record is 8 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 Msida? The most active periti in Msida are Maria Schembri Grima (26), Elena Borg Costanzi (18), Aquilina and Sammut Alessi (17), David Ellul Mercer (16), George Farrugia (15). ### How do I object to a planning application in Msida? 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. [Planning map of Malta](https://propertylist.mt/map) · [Market insights](https://propertylist.mt/insights) · [All localities](https://propertylist.mt/planning-applications)