Paxton Urges Collin County To Block EPIC City Development Near Plano

A high-profile development proposal connected to Plano is drawing renewed attention this week.

Attorney General Weighs In

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has formally urged Collin County commissioners to reject a key plat application tied to the proposed EPIC City development. The project, associated with the East Plano Islamic Center, would bring a large master-planned community to land spanning parts of Collin and Hunt counties.

In a letter to county leaders, Paxton called for the rejection of a December 2025 plat submission for what is described as The Meadow Phase 1. His request follows ongoing litigation from the state challenging elements of the project’s land annexation and governance structure.

What’s Proposed

Plans for EPIC City outline a sizable residential community that could include more than 1,000 homes along with a mosque, faith-based school, senior living facilities, retail space and other amenities. The development site sits northeast of Dallas, with ties to Plano’s Muslim community through the East Plano Islamic Center.

State officials have also referenced separate allegations involving securities compliance and investor disclosures. Developers connected to the project have previously said they intend to follow all applicable laws and continue working through regulatory processes.

What Happens Next

Collin County commissioners will ultimately decide whether to move forward with the requested plat approval. The issue adds another layer to an already closely watched development debate in fast-growing North Texas.

For Plano residents, the outcome could influence regional growth patterns, infrastructure planning and broader conversations about land use across Collin County.

Sources

https://www.dallasnews.com/business/real-estate/2026/03/11/ag-paxton-urges-collin-county-leaders-to-reject-planned-muslim-centric-neighborhood/
https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/ken-paxton-urges-collin-county-220005780.html