Durant, Okla. — The City Council approved a final plat for a 144-unit market-rate residential project near Gerlach Drive on Jan. 13, moving the project closer to construction.

City planning staff recounted a registration error that had vacated earlier approvals and said developers made required corrections. James Cruiser of Coke Equities and civil engineer Caleb Jones described changes to vehicle access to satisfy the fire division and agreed to water-easement adjustments requested by the city.

Cruiser told the council the developer expects to finalize construction loan rates and start construction in March or April, and that the project is market-rate (not subsidized) and not affiliated with federal or state housing authorities. Planning Commission recommended approval 4–1; council approved the final plat by roll call with all present voting yes.

The approval clears the way for the developer to pursue building permits and financing steps required before construction begins.