Durant council considers replatting and rezoning for residential development at Highway 78

Durant City Council has taken a significant step towards expanding residential development in the area by approving a preliminary replat and rezoning request for property located at the intersection of Rodeo Road and Highway 78. This decision, made during the council meeting on February 11, 2025, aims to transform a portion of the Bronco Acres plat into a residential subdivision.

The approved plan will rezone several lots within the smaller plat area. Specifically, Lot 9 will be rezoned from agriculture to residential (R1), while Lot 8 will change from Commercial 2 to R1. Additionally, the north half of Lot 7, which is a two-acre lot, will also be rezoned from Commercial 2 to R1. This reconfiguration is expected to facilitate the development of 39 residential lots, each with a minimum size of 8,400 square feet and a minimum frontage of 70 feet.

Danny Curry, the property owner, emphasized the intent to maintain a portion of the land as commercial while focusing on creating a residential community. The council's approval marks a pivotal moment for local housing, addressing the growing demand for residential properties in Durant.

In other discussions, the council reviewed various community projects and initiatives, but the replat and rezoning decision stands out as a key development that will shape the future of housing in the area. As the city moves forward with these plans, residents can anticipate new opportunities for homeownership and community growth in the coming months.