Sharon Cotton said the number of car parks in Lord Street would be reduced, which she believes would have a negative impact.

"Lord Street is already congested at peak times - to reduce parking by 11 parks when its already at a premium defies logic."

Ms Cotton said she was also concerned the public would only have the chance to raise concerns over the revised concept plan at the March council meeting.

"The plan is not a revision of the plans we've been consulted on - it's a brand new plan," she said.

"Ratepayers will pay for the project and they are not giving us the opportunity to comment at all unless we go to the council meeting."

However, mayor Neil Trotter hit back, saying the council had implemented changes based on what the community wanted.

"We've taken the view that we did a lot of consultation to get it to this stage and there comes a time when we have to act," Cr Trotter said.

"We've been listening pretty closely to the community and there comes a time when we have to act."

Cr Trotter said the estimated cost of the project was between $5 and $6 million.

He said the council would commit more than $1.5 million to the project and seek government funding for the shortfall.

The revised concept plan includes the retention of two-way traffic movement in Cairns Street and all foreshore parking. Lord Street will retain two-way traffic movement, with parallel parking and improved footpath provision.

Cr Trotter said making Lord Street safer for pedestrians was a top priority. "We would like to be able to slow down the traffic and make it more pedestrian friendly," Cr Trotter said.

He said the town was in need of upgrades to cater to the needs of residents and visitors.

"The town has to work well for locals doing their daily business but we also need to plan for the fact international visitor numbers are forecast to double by 2025."

Coastal ward councillor Simon Illingworth said the design was "both functional and smart".

Port Campbell Progress Group vice president Jon McLeod said he was pleased the plan aimed to make Lord Street safer for pedestrians.

"The final result - to a large extent - is a good compromise to try and meet the needs of the town," Mr McLeod said.

Residents can have their say on Tuesday, March 26 at the Port Campbell Surf Life Saving Club from 7pm.