PROBLEMS with parking in a Great Harwood street could be a thing of the past.
Residents in Spring Avenue have been campaigning to improve parking conditions in the street over the last few years.
They said a lack of spaces led to some inconsiderate motorists to park on the pavement, obstructing homes and blocking passers-by.
In a letter to householders on the street, Cllr Gareth Molineux said: "I have stated in the past the county council has no legal requirement to provide parking.
"This has always been a stumbling block when trying to get a satisfactory resolution.
"However, by working with Hyndburn Council colleagues, I have been successful in applying for a grant to remove the raised beds and reinstate parallel parking.
"This will create around 12 new spaces."
The residents were told a required consultation period would start, and that not every resident may be happy about the plans to remove the flower beds.
Cllr Molineux said: "Therefore I would be interested to hear any alternative suggestions when the consultation takes place.
"I have been contacted as to why I would refuse to install bollards on the path and I would like to clarify why I would not support this.
"Bollards, in my opinion, would only serve to move the problem to another street."
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