Court Street in Brooklyn is known as a bustling corridor for pedestrians, cyclists and drivers alike. But with its constant flow of traffic, some residents say it’s become downright dangerous.

“I say a prayer every day before I go out,” says local resident Beatrice Powell.

According to city data, 155 people have been injured along Court Street in the past four years - 11 seriously, and two fatally.

Now, the Department of Transportation is stepping in with a plan it says will make the street safer. That includes a curbside protected bike lane, painted pedestrian islands, curb extensions at intersections along the corridor and additional commercial loading zones along the corridor.

Cyclists like Ariel Rojas say the changes are overdue.

“It’s wonderful that they’re prioritizing pedestrians and bikers,” Rojas says. “Court Street is getting busier, but it’s still very narrow."

However, not everyone is on board. As part of the redesign, the DOT plans to remove one travel lane and eliminate 59 parking spots along the 1.3-mile stretch - a move some residents fear will worsen congestion.

“This is a commercial area, trucks come here all the time,” says resident Moses Santos, gesturing toward Court Street. “You’re making more traffic. More people will get hurt.”

The DOT says the current layout leaves cyclists navigating a wide, high-crash street while drivers contend with double-parked cars on both sides.

Officials say the new design will make the street safer and more functional, while still accommodating local business delivery needs.

The new protected bike lanes are set to roll out later this month.

Along with the redesign, the city plans to update parking and meter rules to prioritize commercial loading zones; part of a broader effort to balance safety with the needs of a busy, shared street.