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title: "Planning applications in Rabat: latest permits and decisions (page 12) | PropertyList"
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> 1,207 Planning Authority applications in Rabat, 225 this year. 94% of decided applications granted. Tallest granted: 7 floors. New builds, extensions and…

Planning applications › By locality › Rabat

# Planning applications in Rabat

1,207 planning applications since 11 November 2019: 689 granted, 43 refused, 140 pending. Tallest granted: 7 floors. 225 applications so far in 2026, 64 validated in the last 90 days. 94% of decided applications were granted. Granted buildings are typically 3 floors. 1,005 residential units applied for.

Most common works: Sanctioning (418), Demolition & New Construction (Residential) (133), Agricultural (76), Change of Use (75), Other (60).

Busiest streets: Triq Santa Katerina (32), Triq Bir ir-Riebu (31), Vjal il-Haddiem (26), Triq Gorg Borg Olivier (22), Triq San Pawl (20), Triq il-Kullegg (20).

Most active periti here: [Charles Buhagiar](https://propertylist.mt/perit/charles-buhagiar), [Roderick Camilleri](https://propertylist.mt/perit/roderick-camilleri), [Carmel Farrugia](https://propertylist.mt/perit/carmel-farrugia), [X,Y,Z Architecture & Design](https://propertylist.mt/perit/x-y-z-architecture-and-design), [Mannie Galea](https://propertylist.mt/perit/mannie-galea).

## Latest decisions in Rabat

- [**PA/00660/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00660-26/rabat-change-aperture-material-from-timber-to-upvc): To change aperture material from timber to UPVC timber like. Granted, validated 3 June 2026, decided 30 October 2026
- [**PA/00692/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00692-26/rabat-internal-and-external-alterations-to-a-first): Internal and external alterations to a first floor apartment including sanctioning of chimney. Granted, validated 17 June 2026, decided 29 October 2026
- [**PA/03467/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03467-26/rabat-sanctioning-of-three-apartments-as-built): Sanctioning of three apartments as built. Change of use of part Class 4B/4C shop into a pastizzeria. Non structural elevation alterations including materials. Granted, validated 3 June 2026, decided 29 October 2026
- [**PA/03003/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03003-26/rabat-sanction-variations-to-works-approved-in-pa766-23): To sanction variations to works approved in PA766/23 and PA4748/15. Granted, validated 13 May 2026, decided 27 October 2026
- [**PA/04171/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04171-26/rabat-excavate-and-to-construct-a-sheep-farm): To excavate and to construct a sheep farm and a machinery store at basement floor level. To also install a timber gate and plant trees. To also construct and… Granted, validated 17 June 2026, 1 floor, decided 27 October 2026

## Latest applications in Rabat

- [**PA/05658/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05658-24/rabat-sanction-agricultural-store-with-underlying-reservoir-as): To sanction agricultural store with underlying reservoir as built. Granted, validated 20 November 2024
- [**PA/05657/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05657-24/rabat-sanction-rubble-wall-as-built): To sanction rubble wall as built, proposed rubble wall, proposed timber gate. To sanction deposition of material. Refused, validated 28 August 2024
- [**PA/05596/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05596-24/rabat-construct-2-residential-dwellings-with-pools): To construct 2 residential dwellings with pools, an elevated residential tenement, and a shared garage for parking of private vehicles. Granted, validated 28 August 2024
- [**PA/05591/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05591-24/rabat-internal-alterations): Proposed internal alterations, including external alterations at the back of the house, extending into the garden, proposed construction of washroom at roof… Granted, validated 29 April 2025
- [**PA/05560/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05560-24/rabat-sanctioning-of-minor-internal-and-external-alterations): Sanctioning of minor internal and external alterations to terraced house as per PA6017/22. Granted, validated 14 October 2024
- [**PA/05535/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05535-24/rabat-opening-part-of-existing-rubble-wall-to): Opening part of existing rubble wall to construct a gateway, excavation of water cistern, construction of water cistern and pump room in existing registered… Granted, validated 28 August 2024
- [**PA/05533/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05533-24/rabat-repair-of-existing-rubble-walls-within-field): Repair of existing rubble walls within field, and one proposed access gate. Granted, validated 28 August 2024
- [**PA/05508/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05508-24/rabat-installation-of-a-menu-holder-and-a): Installation of a menu holder and a letter box on the facade of existing Class 4D catering establishment. Granted, validated 28 August 2024
- [**PA/05485/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05485-24/rabat-sanctioning-of-property-as-built): Sanctioning of property as built. Granted, validated 28 August 2024
- [**PA/05322/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05322-24/rabat-installation-of-timber-gate-to-existing-legally): Installation of timber gate to existing legally established field access. Granted, validated 7 August 2024
- [**PA/05312/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05312-24/rabat-changes-to-elements-in-the-fa-ade-including): Proposed changes to elements in the façade including the replacement of existing apertures and parapet walls. Development also to include the installation of… Granted, validated 25 September 2024
- [**PA/05304/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05304-24/rabat-sanction-agricultural-store-used-by-bee-keeper): To sanction agricultural store used by bee keeper and deposition of soil. Excavation of site to required levels for the relocation of the underground… Granted, validated 28 August 2024
- [**PA/05266/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05266-24/rabat-demolish-existing-maisonettes-and-construction-of-4): To demolish existing maisonettes and construction of 4 garages and 1 maisonette at ground floor level and 8 overlaying residential dwellings from the first… Granted, validated 7 August 2024, 4 floors plus a receded floor
- [**PA/05231/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05231-24/rabat-change-of-use-of-two-garages-to): Proposed change of use of two garages to Class 3C gym and ancillary facilities. Proposal also includes internal and external alterations. Granted, validated 7 August 2024
- [**PA/05184/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05184-24/rabat-increase-size-of-existing-residence-by-constructing): To increase size of existing residence by constructing additional floor at first floor level (villa). Granted, validated 7 August 2024, 2 floors
- [**PA/05106/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05106-24/rabat-sanction-existing-property-as-built-from-approved): To sanction existing property as built from approved permits PB1969/73 and PB5161/85 and to propose minor internal and external alterations. Granted, validated 5 February 2025
- [**PA/05052/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05052-24/rabat-sanctioning-of-the-change-of-use-of): Proposed sanctioning of the change of use of Class 4B retail to Class 4C cafeteria. Proposal includes outdoor tables and chairs. Granted, validated 31 July 2024
- [**PA/05007/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05007-24/rabat-change-of-use-from-a-pre-1967-dwelling): Proposed change of use from a pre-1967 dwelling with an interconnected garage, both located at ground floor level to a child care center (Class 2C). Granted, validated 31 July 2024
- [**PA/05000/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-05000-24/rabat-develop-a-pump-room-in-connection-with): To develop a pump room in connection with pre-1978 water reservoir. Granted, validated 31 July 2024
- [**PA/04975/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04975-24/rabat-alterations-and-extension-to-an-existing-pre-1967): Alterations and extension to an existing pre-1967 dwelling. Granted, validated 31 July 2024
- [**PA/04918/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04918-24/rabat-demolition-of-existing-dwelling): Demolition of existing dwelling, retaining facade. Excavation of 1 level basement housing 4 private parking garages, and construction of 1 maisonette… Granted, validated 31 July 2024
- [**PA/04896/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04896-24/rabat-renewal-of-permission-pa-3936-16-to-rehabilitate-existing): Renewal of permission PA/3936/16: To rehabilitate existing building. Internal alteration works, mainly consisting of the removal of non original structures,… Granted, validated 20 September 2024
- [**PA/04890/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04890-24/rabat-changes-from-approved-pa-1077-20-which-include-extension): Proposed changes from approved PA/1077/20 which include extension of the garage at ground floor by removing backyard, extension of second floor and… Pending, validated 4 October 2024, 4 floors plus a receded floor
- [**PA/04755/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04755-24/rabat-restoration-of-facade): Proposed restoration of facade (Irrestawra Darek Scheme) including installation of chimney. Granted, validated 5 November 2024
- [**PA/04746/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04746-24/rabat-removal-of-10-no): Removal of 10 no. metal inserts on facade and painting of wrought iron railing. Granted, validated 23 September 2024
- [**PA/04634/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04634-24/rabat-alterations-to-existing-facade): Alterations to existing facade. Granted, validated 17 July 2024
- [**PA/04542/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04542-24/rabat-extension-to-existing-dwelling-covered-by-pa4564-07): Extension to existing dwelling covered by PA4564/07. Granted, validated 17 July 2024
- [**PA/04520/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04520-24/rabat-installation-of-antenna): Installation of antenna. Granted, validated 17 July 2024
- [**PA/04519/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04519-24/rabat-construct-room-circa-11sqm): To construct room circa 11sqm, and underground reservoir and construction of stable for horse, reconstruction of rubble walls and construction of new rubble… Granted, validated 17 July 2024
- [**PA/04498/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04498-24/rabat-development-including-the-conversion-of-existing-dilapidated): Proposed development including the conversion of existing dilapidated building into a Class 3A guest house. Development to include the demolition and… Granted, validated 10 July 2024
- [**PA/04488/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04488-24/rabat-alteration-to-existing-townhouse-which-includes-a): Alteration to existing townhouse which includes a garage at ground floor, demolition of accretion in garden and room at back of property, excavation within… Granted, validated 10 July 2024, 3 floors plus a receded floor
- [**PA/04479/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04479-24/rabat-sanction-the-construction-of-pigeon-lofts-and): To sanction the construction of pigeon lofts and timber canopy and to place pv panels over canopy and place different kinds of trees from approved PA3836/21… Pending, validated 17 July 2024
- [**PA/04449/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04449-24/rabat-sanction-existing-first-floor): To sanction existing first floor. Granted, validated 14 October 2024
- [**PA/04418/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04418-24/rabat-change-type-of-tent-approved-in-pa2677-20): To change type of tent approved in PA2677/20. Granted, validated 10 July 2024
- [**PA/04397/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04397-24/rabat-sanction-differences-in-the-design-of-the): To sanction differences in the design of the replacement balcony from that approved in PA2003/22. Withdrawn, validated 25 September 2024
- [**PA/04296/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04296-24/rabat-demolish-existing-building-and-construct-basement-garages): To demolish existing building and construct basement garages for private cars and five overlying apartments at ground, first, second, third and receded floor… Granted, validated 10 July 2024, 4 floors plus a receded floor
- [**PA/04291/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04291-24/rabat-minor-internal-and-external-alterations-to-maisonettes): Minor internal and external alterations to maisonettes 2 and 4 approved in PA3873/19. Change of use of maisonettes no. 2 and 4 to two separate Class 4B retail… Refused, validated 28 August 2024
- [**PA/04282/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04282-24/rabat-conversion-of-disused-industrial-farm-to-eco): Conversion of disused industrial farm to eco community farm. Demolition of existing disused farm buildings (Class 7), and replacement with an eco-community… Pending, validated 28 August 2024
- [**PA/04257/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04257-24/rabat-sanctioning-of-garage-for-residential-use-in): Sanctioning of garage for residential use in existing pre-1978 dwelling. Withdrawn, validated 7 August 2024
- [**PA/04239/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04239-24/rabat-sanction-internal-and-external-layout-from-approved): To sanction internal and external layout from approved PA/6573/02 following site survey. Granted, validated 19 August 2024
- [**PA/04220/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04220-24/rabat-greenhouses): Proposed greenhouses, new rubble wall along the common access to other sites, leveling of soil, fence and entrance gate and security room. Withdrawn, validated 3 July 2024
- [**PA/04204/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04204-24/rabat-sanction-minor-internal-differences-from-approved-in): To sanction minor internal differences from approved in PA5390/18 this includes sanctioning at subdivision of penthouse into 2 separate units. Refused, validated 3 July 2024
- [**PA/04103/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04103-24/rabat-dismantle-existing-mid-20th-century-masonry-staircase-inclusive): To dismantle existing mid-20th century masonry staircase inclusive of wrought iron handrail and store away for eventual reuse. To install a steel beam floor… Granted, validated 10 July 2024
- [**PA/04099/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04099-24/rabat-sanction-internal-alterations-and-changes-to-the): To sanction internal alterations and changes to the facade from PAPB2259/72. Granted, validated 3 July 2024
- [**PA/04050/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04050-24/rabat-demolition-of-existing-terraced-house-and-garage): Proposed demolition of existing terraced house and garage. Excavation of basement level and proposed construction of ground floor maisonette, first, second,… Granted, validated 3 July 2024, 4 floors plus a receded floor
- [**PA/03941/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03941-24/rabat-sanctioning-of-pre-1967-garage-as-built-including): Sanctioning of pre-1967 garage as built including the new concrete floor and stone facade and garage door. Granted, validated 3 July 2024
- [**PA/03736/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03736-24/rabat-sanction-changes-to-pa-00742-11-and-extend-dwelling): To sanction changes to PA/00742/11 and extend dwelling units. Granted, validated 11 December 2024
- [**PA/03719/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03719-24/rabat-demolition-of-existing-agricultural-stores-and-construction): Proposed demolition of existing agricultural stores and construction of residential unit including underlying basement, reservoir, and cesspit. Detached house… Refused, validated 26 June 2024, 2 floors
- [**PA/03687/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03687-24/rabat-alterations-to-class-4b-shop-approved-through): Proposed alterations to Class 4B shop approved through regularization permit RG/03979/18. Alterations consist mainly of the introduction of a goods lift and… Granted, validated 26 June 2024
- [**PA/03676/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03676-24/rabat-alterations-to-include-opening-of-an-arched): Alterations to include opening of an arched opening in the front façade opening onto Triq San Frangisk; demolition of internal walls; re-organization of… Granted, validated 26 June 2024

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