Roadworks in the West Cumbrian village of St Bees will now continue into mid-April.
Work on Main Street and Egremont Road began on February 23 and was due to last for six weeks.
However, Cumberland Council said the work will be extended due to co-ordination with work being carried out by utility firms in the area.
The council said: “After discussions with Northern Gas Networks regarding its current work on Main Street, the council has adjusted its resurfacing programme to allow for the installation of new infrastructure and an upgraded gas supply to properties within Phase 2 of the scheme.
“As a result, works on Main Street will now extend into mid-April.”
Once Northern Gas Networks has completed its work, Cumberland Council will then resurface the road.
It added the phases of work are the same, but the timings are adjusted.
The phases are:
- Phase 1: Station to Cross Hill
- Phase 2: Cross Hill to Outrigg
- Phase 3: Outrigg to Townhead Circle
- Phase 4: Townhead Circle to the south
Access for residents will be restricted during working hours of 7.30am to 6pm. Traffic marshals will be on site and will do their best to assist residents in accessing their properties safely whenever possible, the authority said.
Access for emergency services, pedestrians and cyclists will be maintained at all times, with pedestrians and cyclists escorted through the roadworks by traffic marshals.
Waste and recycling collections will continue as normal, with no changes to collection days. For public transport users, temporary bus stops will be provided where required, and any relocated stops will be clearly signposted. Passengers are advised to contact Stagecoach directly for route information.
