--- title: "Planning applications in Rabat: latest permits and decisions (page 3) | PropertyList" url: https://propertylist.mt/planning-applications/rabat?page=3 source: PropertyList (propertylist.mt), from the Malta Planning Authority's public register retrieved: 2026-11-02 --- > 1,206 Planning Authority applications in Rabat, 224 this year. 94% of decided applications granted. Tallest granted: 7 floors. New builds, extensions and… Planning applications › By locality › Rabat # Planning applications in Rabat 1,206 planning applications since 11 November 2019: 679 granted, 43 refused, 138 pending. Tallest granted: 7 floors. 224 applications so far in 2026, 65 validated in the last 90 days. 94% of decided applications were granted. Granted buildings are typically 3 floors. 1,000 residential units applied for. Most common works: Sanctioning (418), Demolition & New Construction (Residential) (132), 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/03689/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03689-26/rabat-change-of-use-from-class-6-shop): Change of use from Class 6 shop (1994 Use Class Order) to Class 4B Barber Shop. Proposal includes minor internal alterations and changes to facade, which… Granted, validated 10 June 2026 - [**PA/03629/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03629-26/rabat-internal-and-external-alteration-to-approved-virtu): Proposed internal and external alteration to approved Virtu Heights building (part related to Class 3B Verdala Wellness Hotel). Alterations include the… Pending, validated 10 June 2026 - [**PA/03618/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03618-26/rabat-carry-out-change-of-use-from-unused): To carry out change of use from unused space to Class 4B within pre-1967 property. Proposal also includes the fixing of a sign. Granted, validated 10 June 2026 - [**PA/03611/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03611-26/rabat-demolish-existing-maisonette-and-construct-2-floors): To demolish existing maisonette and construct 2 floors and a receded floor as 1 residential unit, including pool at roof level. Granted, validated 3 August 2026, 3 floors plus a receded floor - [**PA/03602/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03602-26/rabat-proposal-consists-of-an-extension-to-the): The proposal consists of an extension to the development approved under permit PA3865/21, incorporating an adjacent plot. The approved development comprises… Suspended, validated 3 June 2026 - [**PA/03577/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03577-26/rabat-propose-the-construction-of-a-raised-swimming): To propose the construction of a raised swimming pool with decking, and a new landscaping scheme. Also, to sanction the existing garage, and to propose minor… Suspended, validated 3 June 2026 - [**PA/03576/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03576-26/rabat-agricultural-store): Proposed agricultural store. Granted, validated 3 June 2026 - [**PA/03570/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03570-26/rabat-sanction-construction-of-dwarf-walls-at-level): To sanction construction of dwarf walls at level 0, underlying approved layout of PA/6469/20 and minor internal changes. Proposed domestic stores at level 0. Suspended, validated 3 June 2026 - [**PA/03556/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03556-26/rabat-demountable-lightweight-structure-in-front-garden-and): Proposed demountable lightweight structure in front garden and addition of Class 4D use to ancillary nutrition bar. Pending, validated 3 June 2026 - [**PA/03493/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03493-26/rabat-renovation-of-an-existing-townhouse): Renovation of an existing townhouse, including alterations, demolition works, and extensions at ground and first floor levels. Restoration of the facade, the… Pending, validated 3 June 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 - [**PA/03461/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03461-26/rabat-sanctioning-of-facade-not-as-built-over): Sanctioning of facade not as built over PB/02488/76, including internal alterations, replacement of roof and construction of a 1m parapet wall. Pending, validated 27 May 2026 - [**PA/03417/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03417-26/rabat-development-including-the-demolition-of-existing-property): Proposed development including the demolition of existing property and construction of a street level garage and four overlying residential units. Development… Pending, validated 3 June 2026, 2 floors - [**PA/03404/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03404-26/rabat-sanction-internal-variations-of-ground-floor-garage): To sanction internal variations of ground floor garage approved as per PA2959/22. To demolish existing internal ramp. Granted, validated 22 July 2026 - [**PA/03363/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03363-26/rabat-convert-ground-floor-garage-to-maisonette): To convert ground floor garage to maisonette, proposed alterations to internal levels throughout, and alterations to three approved penthouses in PA/00566/24… Pending, validated 19 August 2026 - [**PA/03361/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03361-26/rabat-construction-of-rubble-walls): Proposed construction of rubble walls, and sanctioning of existing pre-1978 agricultural store. Pending, validated 27 May 2026 - [**PA/03314/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03314-26/rabat-propose-construction-of-receded-floor-and-create): To propose construction of receded floor and create a duplex apartment. Pending, validated 20 May 2026 - [**PA/03278/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03278-26/rabat-minor-extension-to-first-floor-back-balcony): Minor extension to first floor back balcony and related minor modification to the ground floor maisonette. Granted, validated 20 May 2026 - [**PA/03274/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03274-26/rabat-sanction-variations-from-approved-pa-09392-18-and-pa-03695-15): To sanction variations from approved PA/09392/18 and PA/03695/15 and construction of a residential unit ancillary to approved operational sheep farm. Pending, validated 20 May 2026 - [**PA/03270/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03270-26/rabat-construct-garage-on-vacant-land): To construct garage on vacant land, including dismantling of access stairs, dismantling of existing facade and clearing of site from backfill material. Pending, validated 24 June 2026, 1 floor - [**PA/03261/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03261-26/rabat-sanction-site-extents-and-internal-changes-from): To sanction site extents and internal changes from approved permit PA/07172/97. Proposal also includes internal alterations, extension at roof level and the… Pending, validated 20 May 2026 - [**PA/03246/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03246-26/rabat-carry-out-internal-and-external-alterations-from): To carry out internal and external alterations from that approved in PA/03537/25 and to change of use from dwelling to Class 3A (guest house). Pending, validated 20 May 2026 - [**PA/03219/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03219-26/rabat-sanction-property-as-built-from-pa7697-20-and): To sanction property as built from PA7697/20 and proposed external and internal alterations. Proposal also includes a change of use from Class 1 residence to… Suspended, validated 20 May 2026 - [**PA/03207/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03207-26/rabat-agricultural-room): Proposed agricultural room, pump room and greenhouse overlying underground reservoir, proposed 120cm high demarcation wall including gate and reinstatement of… Suspended, validated 20 May 2026 - [**PA/03180/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03180-26/rabat-alterations-to-the-facade-consisting-of-replacement): Proposed alterations to the facade consisting of replacement of existing aluminium apertures to upvc apertures. Proposed raising of garden party wall,… Granted, validated 30 June 2026 - [**PA/03163/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03163-26/rabat-sanction-the-existing-apartment-and-washroom-as): To sanction the existing apartment and washroom as built (no permit applications have been traced), and proposed alterations and additions to the backyard to… Suspended, validated 20 May 2026 - [**PA/03118/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03118-26/rabat-adaptive-reuse-of-the-train-station): Adaptive reuse of the train station, change of use to a veterinary clinic (Class 2A), removal of accretions to render the train station more legible,… Suspended, validated 13 May 2026 - [**PA/03101/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03101-26/rabat-construct-pump-chamber-and-rubble-wall): To construct pump chamber and rubble wall. Maintenance of pre-1968 rubble walls and affixing of timber gate. Granted, validated 13 May 2026 - [**PA/03005/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03005-26/rabat-addition-of-a-guest-room-at-roof): Addition of a guest room at roof level and minor changes to the internal layout from that approved in PA1681/25. Granted, validated 13 May 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 - [**PA/02945/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02945-26/rabat-change-of-use-from-residential): Proposed change of use from residential (Class 1) to guesthouse (Class 3A), together with the sanctioning of variations from approved permit PA/02022/21… Suspended, validated 6 May 2026 - [**PA/02938/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02938-26/rabat-sanctioning-of-property-as-built-from-previously): Sanctioning of property as built from previously approved PA/05369/07 and change of use to rooms. Pending, validated 6 May 2026 - [**PA/02905/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02905-26/rabat-demolish-washroom-at-roof-level-and-two): To demolish washroom at roof level and two overlying rooms within backyard, and to construct one additional floor and a receded floor. Proposal also includes… Granted, validated 23 June 2026, 3 floors plus a receded floor - [**PA/02896/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02896-26/rabat-sanctioning-of-rooms-at-ground-floor-level): Proposed sanctioning of rooms at ground floor level and proposed internal alterations at ground floor level and extension of rooms at ground floor,… Granted, validated 4 August 2026 - [**PA/02817/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02817-26/rabat-greenhouse): Proposed greenhouse. Suspended, validated 6 May 2026 - [**PA/02801/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02801-26/rabat-change-of-use-from-store-to-residential): Proposed change of use from store to residential dwelling. Suspended, validated 6 May 2026 - [**PA/02772/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02772-26/rabat-sanction-differences-from-approved-permit-pa-2884-22): To sanction differences from approved permit PA/2884/22. Also to proposes the raising of the opra morta at roof level, together with the construction of a… Pending, validated 29 April 2026 - [**PA/02748/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02748-26/rabat-maintenance-to-existing-rubble-walls): Proposed maintenance to existing rubble walls, formation of new access ramp including gate, proposed new rubble walls and proposed underground reservoir. Suspended, validated 29 April 2026 - [**PA/02732/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02732-26/rabat-conversion-and-refurbishment-of-an-existing-building): Proposed conversion and refurbishment of an existing building from Class 1 and Class 5 uses into a 15-bedroom Class 3A guesthouse with a ground floor Class 4D… Pending, validated 29 April 2026, 4 floors plus a receded floor - [**PA/02674/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02674-26/rabat-reconstruct-a-soil-retaining-wall): To reconstruct a soil retaining wall. Granted, validated 29 April 2026 - [**PA/02646/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02646-26/rabat-change-the-use-of-class-4a-office): To change the use of Class 4A office into a Class 4B beauty salon, to screen existing outdoor a/c units, and to provide steps in front garden area. Granted, validated 29 April 2026 - [**PA/02643/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02643-26/rabat-propose-underground-reservoir-and-to-sanction-existing): To propose underground reservoir and to sanction existing pump room. Suspended, validated 29 April 2026 - [**PA/02606/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02606-26/rabat-sanctioning-of-property-as-per-latest-survey): Sanctioning of property as per latest survey, proposed minor extension at roof level, and internal and external minor alterations. Pending, validated 22 April 2026 - [**PA/02567/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02567-26/rabat-internal-and-external-alterations): Internal and external alterations, conversion of living area to garage, changes to approved room designations and extension at roof level. Pending, validated 22 April 2026 - [**PA/02550/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02550-26/rabat-sanction-alterations-from-the-approved-permit-pa-00696-08): To sanction alterations from the approved permit PA/00696/08, whereby part of the originally approved garage has been converted into a domestic store,… Granted, validated 22 April 2026 - [**PA/02525/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02525-26/rabat-change-of-use-from-office-class-4a): Change of use from office Class 4A to residential Class 1, and sanctioning of roof structure and skylight. Pending, validated 22 April 2026 - [**PA/02412/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02412-26/rabat-sanction-repair-of-pre-1968-1957-rubble-walls): To sanction repair of pre-1968/1957 rubble walls, proposed construction of 60cm high rubble wall and timber gate and deposit of soil to increase fertility of… Suspended, validated 15 April 2026 - [**PA/02198/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02198-26/rabat-demolition-of-existing-dwelling): Demolition of existing dwelling (keeping existing facade) and construction of 4 apartments including pool at roof level Pending, validated 1 April 2026, 2 floors plus a receded floor - [**PA/02156/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02156-26/rabat-propose-internal-alterations): To propose internal alterations, new extension at second floor level together with restoration of facade. Granted, validated 1 April 2026 - [**PA/02144/26** Rabat](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02144-26/rabat-alterations-to-main-stairs-with-new-access): Proposed alterations to: main stairs with new access doors and lift, removal of stairs to existing roof and roofing of same area in apartment No.1 at second… Suspended, validated 6 May 2026, 3 floors plus a receded floor [Newer](https://propertylist.mt/planning-applications/rabat?page=2) Page 3 of 25 [Older](https://propertylist.mt/planning-applications/rabat?page=4)