Bolton Council is encouraging people to have their say on the future of Winter Hey Lane in Horwich.
People are being invited to comment on two options that have been developed by the council along with residents, businesses and local councillors from the Horwich Town Centre Steering Group.
People can also make their own suggestions for the area, including preferring no changes at all.
Both newly proposed options aim to make the road greener, quieter and more appealing.
Changes to the road layout would make it easier to use for pedestrians, people with disabilities and people on bikes, as well as safer for children.
New trees and plants would be brought in and stepped kerbs replaced with specially planted rain gardens.
Paths and surfacing would be improved along the length of the street and complemented by improvements to public areas, plus new benches and seating to encourage people to stop and sit.
Crossings where side roads meet Winter Hey Lane would be made easier for pedestrians.
The first proposal suggests making Winter Hey Lane one-way westbound from Lee Lane to Chorley New Road.
The second proposal would see part of Winter Hey Lane pedestrianised to create a flexible space for things like markets, events, outdoor seating and socialising.
To do this, Winter Hey Lane would be closed between Lee Lane and St John Street, with access for businesses during certain hours.
Two-way access for all vehicles would remain in place between St John Street and Chorley New Road. Access to Harrison Street would be permitted from Wright Street.
The consultation on Winter Hey Lane is the latest stage in the Horwich Masterplan.
It aims to improve the area and make it better connected, with a revitalised Winter Hey Lane at its heart.
Improvements to Hampson Street and the opening of the Health and Wellbeing Hub and car park have already been delivered.
Bolton Council’s Executive Member for Environment Regulatory Services and Transport and Highways, Cllr Hamid Khurram, said:
“The transformation of Winter Hey Lane is a key ambition in our masterplan for Horwich.
“We envisage a welcoming road with a mix of shops, cafes and services where people enjoy visiting and want to linger.
“I’m sure there will be lots of interest and I encourage residents and anyone who visits Horwich centre to take part in our consultation.”
The consultation runs from Thursday, September 4 to Thursday, October 16 and the online survey is available on the Bolton Council website.
Public drop-in sessions where people can look at plans, ask questions and give their thoughts on the proposals in person will be held on Thursday, September 11 between 12noon and 4pm at Horwich library, and on Wednesday, September 17 between 4pm and 7pm at Horwich leisure centre.