The organisation is in discussions with Lancashire County Council to transform the city’s bus station into a purpose-built youth centre.
Under the plans, the heritage-listed building will be converted into a state-of-the art facility – Preston Youth Zone Plus - where eight- to 19-year-olds, and young people under 25 with disabilities, will be able to access a range of activities.
Preston Youth Zone, which has already established itself as a charity, will contribute £1m to the construction costs, while Lancashire County Council will invest the remaining £5m.
Work to transform the building is set to start in October 2015, subject to planning permission.
Guy Topping, chair of Preston Youth Zone, said: “This is a very exciting development for the Youth Zone Plus. Preston bus station is not only centrally located it is also extremely accessible to young people, making it an ideal location for us to deliver youth services.
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