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History of the Profession

What is a Perit?

The title of “perit” is the official title given to warranted architects, and civil (or structural) engineers. The term is of Italian origin, generically meaning “expert”.  For a long time, the title has been in use, within the construction industry, to refer to the person knowledgeable on, and responsible for, the design and construction of buildings or other works. Read more

Becoming a perit

How to get a warrant to practise as an architect or civil engineer in Malta

In Malta, the route to the professional status of perit, that is architect or civil engineer, is regulated by the Periti Act, Cap. 622 of the Laws of Malta. The Act defines the academic training requirements in conformity with Article 46 Para. 1 of the European Commission Directive 2005/36/EC, for the title of architect in Europe, the minimum academic training for civil engineers, and the professional traineeship requirements. Read more

Latest News

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PR 08/23 | Extension of validity period of development permits

In recent weeks, the Council of the Kamra tal-Periti has analysed the contents of S.L.552.33 published through L.N. 263 of 2023 to better understand the underlying reasons for its coming into force as well as its likely implications. The…
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PR 07/23 | Andre Pizzuto elected to the Executive Board of the Architects' Council of Europe

Verżjoni bil-Malti André Pizzuto, President of the Kamra tal-Periti, was elected to the Executive Board of the Architects’ Council Europe (ACE). This prestigious appointment happened during the ACE General Assembly held on the 23rd and…
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PR 06/23 | Kamra tal-Periti finalises its investigation into GO Exchange incident

Verżjoni bil-Malti Reference is made to the Kamra’s press release of 15th February 2023 wherein it was stated that it was opening an investigation into the incident that occurred in the site located in Psaila Street Birkirkara formerly housing…