--- title: "Planning applications in Rabat: latest permits and decisions (page 15) | PropertyList" url: https://propertylist.mt/planning-applications/rabat?page=15 source: PropertyList (propertylist.mt), from the Malta Planning Authority's public register retrieved: 2026-11-03 --- > 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/00082/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00082-24/rabat-alterations-and-extension-to-existing-farmhouse): Alterations and extension to existing farmhouse. Granted, validated 17 January 2024 - [**PA/00076/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00076-24/rabat-change-of-use-of-three-in-number): Proposed change of use of three in number serviced apartments overlying each other and functioning as annex to hotel to three Class 1 independent residential… Granted, validated 17 January 2024 - [**PA/00057/24** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00057-24/rabat-construction-of-external-lift-shaft): Proposed construction of external lift shaft, external ramp, modification to external pavement and modification to common stairwell. Granted, validated 17 January 2024 - [**PA/07794/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07794-23/rabat-propose-the-formation-of-a-site-access): To propose the formation of a site access through a timber gate. To propose the construction of two stables and their ancillary facilities. Granted, validated 10 January 2024 - [**PA/07778/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07778-23/rabat-repair-rubble-wall): To repair rubble wall, relocate gate, construct a fully underground rainwater reservoir and deposit soil on agricultural land. Granted, validated 10 January 2024 - [**PA/07737/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07737-23/rabat-restoration-of-old-dwelling-and-reservoir): Proposed restoration of old dwelling and reservoir. Application also includes proposed extensions to dwelling, landscaping works and construction of cesspit… Refused, validated 3 January 2024 - [**PA/07723/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07723-23/rabat-church-restoration): Church restoration. Granted, validated 3 January 2024 - [**PA/07693/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07693-23/rabat-sanctioning-of-garage-as-built-from-approved): Sanctioning of garage as built from approved permit PA4824/05 including difference in internal height and length. Granted, validated 22 February 2024 - [**PA/07638/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07638-23/rabat-extend-roof-structure-for-clothes-drying-and): To extend roof structure for clothes drying and minor alterations to approved washroom. Granted, validated 21 February 2024 - [**PA/07577/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07577-23/rabat-restoration-of-existing-2-storey-facade): Restoration of existing 2-storey facade. Granted, validated 20 December 2023 - [**PA/07564/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07564-23/rabat-installation-of-billboards): Installation of Billboards. Withdrawn, validated 20 December 2023 - [**PA/07489/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07489-23/rabat-change-of-use-from-store-to-class): Change of use from store to Class 4D establishment, including formation of w.c with anti-room, shop front and shop sign. Refused, validated 12 December 2023 - [**PA/07425/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07425-23/rabat-alterations-and-extension-to-pre-1967-dwelling-including): Alterations and extension to pre-1967 dwelling including construction of pool. Granted, validated 12 December 2023 - [**PA/07372/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07372-23/rabat-sanction-minor-differences-in-second-floor-apartment): To sanction minor differences in second floor apartment from original permit PA2246/73. Changes include minor differences in layout and addition of bedroom,… Granted, validated 11 July 2024 - [**PA/07350/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07350-23/rabat-sanctioning-of-a-basement-store-to-a): Sanctioning of a basement store to a quail layer farm approved in PA7912/20. Granted, validated 6 December 2023 - [**PA/07325/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07325-23/rabat-sanction-existing-rural-room-as-per-1978): To sanction existing rural room as per 1978 official aerial photo. Granted, validated 3 January 2024 - [**PA/07298/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07298-23/rabat-construction-of-two-storey-dwelling-with-ancillary): Proposed construction of two storey dwelling with ancillary swimming pool, deck area/paving and landscaping. Granted, validated 6 December 2023, 2 floors - [**PA/07138/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07138-23/rabat-changes-to-approved-pa-4676-21): Proposed changes to approved PA/4676/21, including layout of pool, back garden, boundary wall and aperture. Proposal includes also minor Sanctioning of site… Granted, validated 29 November 2023 - [**PA/07110/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07110-23/rabat-sanction-rubble-walls-and-timber-gate): To sanction rubble walls and timber gate. Granted, validated 29 November 2023 - [**PA/07043/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07043-23/rabat-alterations-from-pa5949-16): Alterations from PA5949/16, PA2626/13, including sanctioning of gas tank at roof level, proposed replacement of roof covering the kitchen due to water… Granted, validated 29 November 2023 - [**PA/06988/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06988-23/rabat-outline-application-construction-of-5-terraced): Outline application - Construction of 5 terraced houses. Withdrawn, validated 22 November 2023 - [**PA/06985/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06985-23/rabat-renewal-of-pa-4525-18-reconstruction-of-an-existing): Renewal of PA/4525/18: Reconstruction of an existing structure on two floors and the conversion into a carport at ground floor and an overlying dwelling. The… Granted, validated 30 April 2024, 2 floors - [**PA/06969/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06969-23/rabat-internal-alterations-and-extension-at-second-floor): Internal alterations and extension at second floor. Granted, validated 25 January 2024 - [**PA/06925/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06925-23/rabat-sanction-internal-alterations): To sanction internal alterations, extension of washroom and partitioning of roof with low wall. Changes from PA/02828/03. Granted, validated 18 January 2024 - [**PA/06878/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06878-23/rabat-outdoor-seating-area-in-front-of-existing): Proposed outdoor seating area in front of existing confectionery and Class 4D cafeteria as per PA654/18, comprising of tables, chairs and umbrella on existing… Granted, validated 22 November 2023 - [**PA/06863/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06863-23/rabat-sanction-minor-internal-and-external-variations-in): To sanction minor internal and external variations in existing Residential Unit partly built prior to 1978 and extended as per PB/02253/81. Granted, validated 15 November 2023 - [**PA/06774/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06774-23/rabat-carry-out-alterations-to-existing-ground-floor): To carry out alterations to existing ground floor by formation of two garages, one shop Class 4B, including new sign, and common area with lift. Carry out… Granted, validated 15 November 2023, 4 floors - [**PA/06738/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06738-23/rabat-convert-existing-three-residential-units-into-a): To convert existing three residential units into a boutique tourism accommodation (Class 3A). The proposal includes part demolition, extension at roof level,… Granted, validated 15 November 2023 - [**PA/06735/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06735-23/rabat-sanction-construction-of-rubble-walls): To sanction construction of rubble walls, opening in existing pre-1967 rubble wall, demolition of pre-1967 rubble walls and deposition of soil. Proposed… Refused, validated 31 January 2024 - [**PA/06734/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06734-23/rabat-change-in-design-of-balconies-on-front): Proposed change in design of balconies on front facade and minor internal alterations at basement level. Granted, validated 19 January 2024 - [**PA/06698/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06698-23/rabat-dismantling-and-reconstruction-of-dilapidated-rubble-wall): Dismantling and reconstruction of dilapidated rubble wall. Withdrawn, validated 15 November 2023 - [**PA/06689/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06689-23/rabat-internal-and-external-alterations-to-approved-permit): Proposed internal and external alterations to approved permit PA/02221/23. Granted, validated 5 January 2024 - [**PA/06661/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06661-23/rabat-sanction-existing-garage-and-maisonette-as-built): To sanction existing garage and maisonette as built, carry out alterations to subdivide the dwelling into 2 separate units including the addition of a lift,… Granted, validated 8 November 2023 - [**PA/06634/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06634-23/rabat-demolish-existing-ground-floor-garage): To demolish existing ground floor garage. Construction of ground floor garage and an overlying maisonette (1 unit). Granted, validated 8 November 2023, 2 floors - [**PA/06626/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06626-23/rabat-sanction-agricultural-store): To sanction agricultural store, underlying water reservoir, and timber structure. Withdrawn, validated 8 November 2023 - [**PA/06623/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06623-23/rabat-change-of-use-from-catechism-centre-to): Change of use from catechism centre to residential (apartment) as per original approved use, including proposed alterations and sanctioning of alterations as… Granted, validated 8 November 2023 - [**PA/06622/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06622-23/rabat-introduce-external-lift-in-existing-courtyard): To introduce external lift in existing courtyard. Granted, validated 8 November 2023 - [**PA/06565/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06565-23/rabat-sanction-change-of-use-from-games-room): To sanction change of use from games room and library approved in PA7492/20 into guest rooms (Class 3A). Granted, validated 8 November 2023 - [**PA/06562/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06562-23/rabat-maintenance-and-reconstruction-of-rubble-walls): Maintenance and reconstruction of rubble walls. Granted, validated 8 November 2023 - [**PA/06537/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06537-23/rabat-demolition-of-existing-dilapidated-pre-1967-agriculture-store): Demolition of existing dilapidated pre-1967 agriculture store (hut). Excavation and construction of basement and ground floor agriculture store. Excavation… Granted, validated 1 November 2023, 1 floor - [**PA/06516/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06516-23/rabat-rehabilitation-of-a-derelict-old-courtyard-house): Proposed rehabilitation of a derelict old courtyard house at 46, Triq il-Katakombi, Rabat including: dismantling of accretions of no value including concrete… Granted, validated 1 November 2023 - [**PA/06491/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06491-23/rabat-sanctioning-of-retaining-rubble-wall-and-outdoor): Sanctioning of retaining rubble wall and outdoor welding area (Class 5A). Proposed change in the material of retaining wall from masonry stone to rubble wall.… Withdrawn, validated 1 November 2023 - [**PA/06485/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06485-23/rabat-alterations-and-extension-to-pre-1967-dwelling): Alterations and extension to pre-1967 dwelling. Granted, validated 1 November 2023 - [**PA/06462/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06462-23/rabat-sub-division-to-an-existing-dwelling-to-create): Sub-division to an existing dwelling to create a separate dwelling at first floor level. The proposal also includes internal and external alterations. Granted, validated 1 November 2023 - [**PA/06456/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06456-23/rabat-minor-alterations-to-the-internal-layout-and): Minor alterations to the internal layout and increase in height of room at first floor. Granted, validated 1 November 2023 - [**PA/06454/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06454-23/rabat-sanction-rubble-wall): To sanction rubble wall. Proposed 100cu.m reservoir, pump room and timber gate in existing opening in rubble wall. Granted, validated 1 November 2023 - [**PA/06445/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06445-23/rabat-sanction-minor-external-alterations-to-facades-on): To sanction minor external alterations to facades on Triq tal-Virtu and Triq San Vincenz Ferreri including the extension of common party walls at receded… Granted, validated 30 November 2023 - [**PA/06434/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06434-23/rabat-reinstatement-and-construction-of-rubble-walls-and): Reinstatement and construction of rubble walls and fixing of timber gate. Granted, validated 22 November 2023 - [**PA/06327/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06327-23/rabat-renew-pa5443-18-to-divide-shop-approved): To renew PA5443/18 - To divide shop approved in PA4241/05 into two separate shops. To redesign access to shops. Withdrawn, validated 31 January 2024 - [**PA/06307/23** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06307-23/rabat-sanction-rubble-wall): To sanction rubble wall. Proposed 100cu.m reservoir, pump room and timber gate in existing opening in rubble wall. Granted, validated 25 October 2023 [Newer](https://propertylist.mt/planning-applications/rabat?page=14) Page 15 of 25 [Older](https://propertylist.mt/planning-applications/rabat?page=16)