Ken Paxton announces investigation into EPIC CITY, The Islamic Mega City development in Plano Texas.

EPIC City is a planned residential community in Texas, situated near Josephine, approximately 40 minutes northeast of Dallas. Covering 402 acres in unincorporated parts of Collin and Hunt counties, the initiative is spearheaded by the East Plano Islamic Center (EPIC) via its organization, Community Capital Partners. The vision includes over 1,000 homes, a mosque, a K-12 faith-based school, a community college, and commercial spaces, tailored to serve the Muslim community while promoting inclusivity and harmony with the surrounding region.

Unveiled in 2024, EPIC City has generated both enthusiasm and contention. Advocates, such as EPIC’s resident scholar Yasir Qadhi, present it as a "Muslim neighborhood" designed to offer a secure, lively, and diverse setting welcoming to all. To secure a lot, prospective buyers invest $80,000 in Community Capital Partners, an amount later applied to their home purchase. The project has grown to encompass EPIC Ranches One and Two, adding about 200 acres of extra residential plots nearby

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Resistance has emerged, notably from Texas Governor Greg Abbott, who on February 24, 2025, posted on X that "Sharia law is not allowed in Texas," raising fears of "Sharia cities" or restricted zones. Some critics view it as a possible Islamic enclave, though EPIC leaders have emphasized compliance with U.S. and Texas laws, rejecting any notion of Sharia governance. Local opinions vary—some residents fear the loss of rural charm and pressure on infrastructure, while others highlight advantages like property values, which have reportedly doubled in certain instances since the project’s announcement.

The conversation persists, fueled by debates over religious liberty, cultural blending, and legal adherence as the development moves forward.