Change of use

Three decades after the Development Planning Act first came into effect under Chapter 356 of the Laws of Malta, it has become known to all and sundry that obtaining planning permission for converting a garage into commercial use is a legal necessity. This, notwithstanding the fact that, in 2016, trade licenses were largely abolished (except […]

For years, a persistent issue has been making its presence felt. Imagine possessing a valuable airspace that beckons for development. Yet, the labyrinthine pathways of the planning authority dictate a mandatory provision: parking. Should this on-site parking elude existence, the outcome is stark – either the coveted permit remains elusive, or in certain scenarios, a […]