RESIDENTS are to have the final say on whether proposed parking changes in a part of Hartlepool will go ahead.

Proposals have been drawn up for improvements in the areas around Miller Crescent, Fulthorp Avenue, Ridlington Way, Howden Road and Goldsmith Avenue.

They would involve improving access and building parking bays on some of the grass verges, as well as creating some turning areas and parking areas beside some roads.

Rails or bollards would be installed to stop cars parking on the grass.

The schemes, which would cost a total of about £200,000, would be funded by the North Hartlepool Partnership.

The proposals were drawn up following earlier consultation with people living in the area.

Now the plans are being returned to residents, with a comments sheet for them to complete and return.

If the proposals get the go-ahead from residents and planning permission from the council, work could start in October.