--- title: "Planning applications in Zabbar: latest permits and decisions | PropertyList" url: https://propertylist.mt/planning-applications/zabbar source: PropertyList (propertylist.mt), from the Malta Planning Authority's public register retrieved: 2026-11-02 --- > 1,132 Planning Authority applications in Zabbar, 199 this year. 97% of decided applications granted. Tallest granted: 8 floors. New builds, extensions and… Planning applications › By locality › Zabbar # Planning applications in Zabbar 1,132 planning applications since 25 November 2019: 700 granted, 24 refused, 113 pending. Tallest granted: 8 floors. 199 applications so far in 2026, 53 validated in the last 90 days. 97% of decided applications were granted. Granted buildings are typically 4 floors. 1,788 residential units applied for. Most common works: Sanctioning (400), Demolition & New Construction (Residential) (146), New Construction (Residential) (103), Alterations & Extensions (69), Change of Use (60). Busiest streets: Triq is-Santwarju (47), Triq Villabate (34), Triq San Leonardu (33), Triq il-Kappuccini (30), Triq Wied il-Ghajn (28), Triq ix-Xghajra (28). Most active periti here: [Randolph Nicholas Bartoli](https://propertylist.mt/perit/randolph-nicholas-bartoli), [Innovative Design Architects (iDA)](https://propertylist.mt/perit/innovative-design-architects-ida), [Robert Borg Hayman](https://propertylist.mt/perit/robert-borg-hayman), [Patrick Refalo](https://propertylist.mt/perit/patrick-refalo), [Kyle Vella](https://propertylist.mt/perit/kyle-vella). ## Latest decisions in Zabbar - [**PA/02849/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-02849-26/zabbar-demolition-of-the-existing-dwelling-and-the): The demolition of the existing dwelling and the excavation of the site to construct basement garages and 13 overlying residential units. Granted, validated 17 June 2026, decided 29 October 2026 - [**PA/04993/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-04993-26/zabbar-sanction-terraced-house-as-built-from-pb2094-80): To sanction terraced house as built from PB2094/80. Granted, validated 22 July 2026, decided 29 October 2026 - [**PA/03734/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03734-26/zabbar-four-stables-including-ancillary-facilities): Proposed four stables including ancillary facilities, including planting of trees, boundary wall, and gate. Granted, validated 10 June 2026, decided 27 October 2026 - [**PA/03009/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-03009-26/zabbar-demolition-of-internal-walls-and-alterations-at): Proposed demolition of internal walls and alterations at first floor level, followed by the construction of additional floors consisting of a second floor,… Granted, validated 24 June 2026, 4 floors plus a receded floor, decided 27 October 2026 - [**PA/00853/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-00853-26/zabbar-internal-and-external-alterations-to-existing-townhouse): Proposed internal and external alterations to existing townhouse and construction of extension at roof floor level. Granted, validated 11 February 2026, decided 27 October 2026 ## Latest applications in Zabbar - [**PA/07806/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07806-26/zabbar-sanction-as-built-pool-and-internal-minor): To sanction as built pool and Internal minor alterations against that approved in DN/1537/14 and to propose a garage instead of sitting room. Pending - [**PA/07714/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07714-26/zabbar-change-of-use-from-class-4b-shop): Change of use from Class 4B shop to residential including minor alterations. Pending - [**PA/07678/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07678-26/zabbar-sanction-variances-from-pa-08557-21-consisting-of-relocation): To sanction variances from PA/08557/21 consisting of relocation of underground water reservior, extension to ancillary Class 4B store at level -2,… Pending - [**PA/07671/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07671-26/zabbar-demolition-of-existing-staircase-in-the-common): Demolition of existing staircase in the common area and reconstruction of staircase and lift. Proposal includes also minor alterations at third floor level. Pending - [**PA/07642/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07642-26/zabbar-internal-and-external-alterations-to-the-development): Proposed internal and external alterations to the development approved under PA/01300/22, including the interconnection of the approved third-floor and… Pending, 4 floors plus a receded floor - [**PA/07583/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07583-26/zabbar-demolition-of-the-existing-terraced-house): Demolition of the existing terraced house, excavation for six basement garages, and construction of two ground-floor maisonettes, two apartments each on the… Pending, 4 floors plus a receded floor - [**PA/07546/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07546-26/zabbar-change-of-internal-uses-and-layout-to): Proposed change of internal uses and layout to farmhouse from that approved in permission PA4564/22, and proposed construction of ancillary garage for private… Pending, validated 28 October 2026 - [**PA/07544/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07544-26/zabbar-renewal-of-pa-06221-18): Renewal of PA/06221/18. (Demolition already carried out). Pending - [**PA/07468/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07468-26/zabbar-alterations-and-additions-following-pa-08914-21-including-addit): Alterations and additions following PA/08914/21 including addition of 2 rooms instead of terrace along central courtyard and construction of stairs, steel… Pending - [**PA/07390/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07390-26/zabbar-proposal-of-a-greenhouse): Proposal of a greenhouse. Pending - [**PA/07369/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07369-26/zabbar-modification-to-pa1896-23): Modification to PA1896/23, elimination of washroom at roof level, and construction of a separate apartment. Pending, validated 21 October 2026 - [**PA/07364/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07364-26/zabbar-sanction-removal-of-loose-material-and-creation): To sanction removal of loose material and creation of new basement level, and minor alterations to internal layout and facade as approved in PA/08346/21. Pending - [**PA/07346/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07346-26/zabbar-changes-to-pa-00854-23-including-extension-of-existing): Changes to PA/00854/23 including extension of existing washroom. Pending, validated 21 October 2026 - [**PA/07330/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07330-26/zabbar-renewal-of-pa8680-17-to-rehabilitate-existing-dwelling): Renewal of PA8680/17 -To rehabilitate existing dwelling with alteration and additions, to remove accretions, including excavation and demolishing works. Pending, validated 21 October 2026 - [**PA/07320/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07320-26/zabbar-renewal-to-pa00772-15-minor-alterations-to): Renewal to PA00772/15 - Minor alterations to PA00895/07 and the addition of a washroom at roof level. Pending - [**PA/07317/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07317-26/zabbar-sanction-house-as-built-from-pb-06531-80): To sanction house as built from PB/06531/80. Pending - [**PA/07307/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07307-26/zabbar-site-clearance): Proposed site clearance, excavation of the site, and construction of tombs at ground floor level together with columbariums. Pending, validated 21 October 2026, 1 floor - [**PA/07303/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07303-26/zabbar-alterations-and-additions-to-pa-04963-24-to-include): Proposed alterations and additions to PA/04963/24 to include a basement level and outdoor pool and deck area. Proposal also includes minor changes to… Pending, validated 21 October 2026 - [**PA/07260/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07260-26/zabbar-proposed-works-include-the-addition-of-traditional): The proposed works include the addition of traditional timber louvres to the first-floor window and the replacement of the existing stone and aluminum balcony… Pending - [**PA/07155/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07155-26/zabbar-sanctioning-as-built-and-proposed-alterations-from): Proposed sanctioning as built and proposed alterations from approved PA/01351/10 and variations from the official building alignment. Proposed demolition of… Pending, validated 14 October 2026, 4 floors plus a receded floor - [**PA/07103/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07103-26/zabbar-minor-internal-alterations-to-dwelling-and-replacement): Proposed minor internal alterations to dwelling and replacement of roofs. Pending, validated 14 October 2026 - [**PA/07047/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-07047-26/zabbar-addition-of-washroom-at-roof-level-to): Proposed addition of washroom at roof level to be constructed in line with adjacent property approved in PA/01398/24. Pending, validated 14 October 2026 - [**PA/06986/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06986-26/zabbar-demolish-the-existing-first-floor-maisonette-and-undertake): To demolish the existing first-floor maisonette and undertake alterations at ground floor level, to construct four apartments at first and second floor… Pending, validated 21 October 2026, 4 floors - [**PA/06921/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06921-26/zabbar-sanctioning-of-existing-villa-and-re-positioning): Sanctioning of existing villa and re- positioning of pool as built including rebuilding of corridor joining the two buildings. Pending, validated 7 October 2026 - [**PA/06903/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06903-26/zabbar-sanction-differences-from-the-approved-pa347-24): To sanction differences from the approved PA347/24. Pending, validated 7 October 2026 - [**PA/06883/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06883-26/zabbar-demolish-existing-dilapidated-structures-and-to-propose): To demolish existing dilapidated structures and to propose a new dwelling. Proposal also includes part excavation for a basement garage. Pending, validated 7 October 2026, 1 floor - [**PA/06819/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06819-26/zabbar-construction-of-ground-floor-garage): Proposed construction of ground floor garage, one apartment at first, second and third floor and one penthouse at recessed floor. Pending, 4 floors plus a receded floor - [**PA/06771/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06771-26/zabbar-sanction-the-differences-as-built-over-pb2467-81): To sanction the differences as built over PB2467/81. Proposal include removal of existing facade balustrades and replace in franka stone and construct front… Pending - [**PA/06768/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06768-26/zabbar-convert-approved-washrooms-to-apartment-and-erect): To convert approved washrooms to apartment and erect washrooms at receded level. Pending, 2 floors plus a receded floor - [**PA/06762/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06762-26/zabbar-demolition-of-the-washroom-area-walls-and): Proposed demolition of the washroom area walls and construction of a drying area. Pending - [**PA/06734/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06734-26/zabbar-sanction-property-as-built-from-the-approved): To sanction property as built from the approved permit PB/01664/82, including amendments to the external facade, shifting of apertures and doorways, canopy… Granted, validated 29 October 2026 - [**PA/06732/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06732-26/zabbar-additions-and-alterations-to-terraced-house-as): Proposed additions and alterations to terraced house as approved in PA/05841/24. Alterations include: shifting of internal walls and apertures, replacement of… Pending, 2 floors plus a receded floor - [**PA/06665/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06665-26/zabbar-sanction-ground-floor-maisonette-as-built): To sanction ground floor maisonette as built (permits not found) except for rear shed covered by PA/06515/97. Pending - [**PA/06662/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06662-26/zabbar-sanction-balcony-from-as-approved-permit): To sanction balcony from as approved permit, PA/02523/14 and proposed division of existing dwelling into 2 apartments incl. minor alterations at ground and… Pending, validated 14 October 2026 - [**PA/06625/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06625-26/zabbar-excavate-vacant-site-and-proposed-construction-of): To excavate vacant site and proposed construction of basement private car garages, 1 maisonette at ground floor level, 3 apartments at first, second, third… Pending, 4 floors plus a receded floor - [**PA/06623/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06623-26/zabbar-demolition-and-removal-of-existing-dangerous-and): Proposed demolition and removal of existing dangerous and depilated structures; proposed construction of (3) terraced houses, including excavation for pool… Pending, validated 30 September 2026 - [**PA/06589/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06589-26/zabbar-demolish-the-roof-structure): To demolish the roof structure, first floor and part of the ground floor. To construct ground floor maisonette, private car garage, 3 apartments and 1… Pending, validated 23 September 2026, 3 floors plus a receded floor - [**PA/06586/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06586-26/zabbar-carry-out-extension-at-third-floor): To carry out extension at third floor, proposed 1m parapet wall for services area and to sanction internal and external alteration to approved DN/0904/12.… Pending - [**PA/06567/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06567-26/zabbar-excavate-and-construct-43no-garages-at-lower): Excavate and construct 43no garages at lower and upper basement levels and 24no residential units at ground, first, second, third and receded floor levels. Pending, validated 23 September 2026, 4 floors plus a receded floor - [**PA/06501/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06501-26/zabbar-change-of-use-from-un-used-space-to): Change of use from un-used space to public service garage and proposed change of use from approved public service garage (covered by PA 3219/24) to Class 5B… Pending, validated 23 September 2026 - [**PA/06490/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06490-26/zabbar-perform-internal-alterations-to-existing-dwelling-and): To perform internal alterations to existing dwelling and construct second floor apartment and washroom. Pending, 2 floors - [**PA/06442/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06442-26/zabbar-sanction-internal-alterations-from-that-approved-in): To sanction internal alterations from that approved in PA/01247/08. Pending - [**PA/06408/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06408-26/zabbar-rehabilitate-a-pre-1968-dilapidated-townhouse): To rehabilitate a pre-1968 dilapidated townhouse, including the creation of a new garage opening in the front façade, minor internal alterations, the… Pending, validated 23 September 2026 - [**PA/06378/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06378-26/zabbar-demolish-the-existing-townhouse-and-construct-a): To demolish the existing townhouse and construct a residential building comprising four floors and a total of seven residential units. Pending, validated 23 September 2026, 4 floors - [**PA/06374/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06374-26/zabbar-internal-alterations-to-existing-pre-1968-townhouse): Proposed internal alterations to existing pre-1968 townhouse, including dismantling of existing roof and roofing over existing central courtyard using the… Pending, 2 floors - [**PA/06368/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06368-26/zabbar-construction-of-additional-third-and-fourth-floors): Proposed construction of additional third and fourth floors to an approved apartment block by virtue of PA/00813/20. The new extension will create an… Granted, validated 26 October 2026, 4 floors - [**PA/06344/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06344-26/zabbar-sanction-an-existing-one-storey-ground-floor-garage): To sanction an existing one-storey ground floor garage and construct first and second floor flats and third and fourth level flats. Pending, validated 16 September 2026, 4 floors - [**PA/06326/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06326-26/zabbar-change-of-use-from-class-4b-to): Change of use from Class 4B to Class 4A, changes to facade sign and proposed minor internal alterations. Pending, validated 16 September 2026 - [**PA/06218/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06218-26/zabbar-excavate-existing-vacant-site): To excavate existing vacant site, and proposed construction of 1 private car garage and 2 parking spaces at basement level, 1 maisonette at ground floor… Granted, validated 20 October 2026, 4 floors plus a receded floor - [**PA/06153/26** Zabbar](https://propertylist.mt/permit/PA-06153-26/zabbar-sanction-property-as-built-from-papb278-80): To sanction property as built from PAPB278/80. Granted, validated 21 October 2026 Page 1 of 23 [Older](https://propertylist.mt/planning-applications/zabbar?page=2) ## Planning in Zabbar: common questions ### How many planning applications are there in Zabbar? PropertyList has 1,132 Planning Authority applications on record for Zabbar, 199 of them from 2026 and 53 validated in the last 90 days. ### What share of planning applications are approved in Zabbar? 97% of the 724 decided applications in Zabbar on record were granted (700 granted, 24 refused). Each case depends on its own site and the local plan. ### How high can you build in Zabbar? Granted applications in Zabbar with a stated height are typically 4 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 Zabbar? The most active periti in Zabbar are Randolph Nicholas Bartoli (100), Innovative Design Architects (iDA) (25), Robert Borg Hayman (23), Patrick Refalo (23), Kyle Vella (22). ### How do I object to a planning application in Zabbar? 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)