Decision details

This report provides an update on the redevelopment and refurbishment of the Preston Bus Station.

Eddie Sutton, Director of Development and Corporate Services, presented a report setting out detailed proposals, the combined outcomes of which will result in the regeneration of Preston Bus Station and Multi Storey Car Park as a public services hub focussing on transformed bus and coach facilities, a new build Youth Zone for the young people of Preston and South Ribble, improved pedestrian safety, highway improvements and car parking along with the creation of accessible open space in the heart of Preston city centre.

Resolved: That:

i.  approval be given to the proposals set out in this report which will repair and refurbish Preston Bus Station and Multi Storey Car Park, primarily as a public service facility focusing on bus and coach transportation, a Youth Zone for the young people of Preston and South Ribble, pedestrian safety, highway improvements, car parking and the creation of accessible and useable public open space within the heart of Preston City Centre;

ii.  approval be given to fund the additional contribution of £925,000 for the Preston Youth Zone from the existing allocation for the delivery of Youth Zones across the county;

iii.  authorisation be given to the County Council to enter into a Lease Agreement with its delivery partner in respect of the occupation and operation of the Youth Zone on terms to be agreed by the Head of Service for Estates and the Director of Legal and Democratic Service.