Summary
Viral rumors have claimed a Muslim city is being planned near Vero Beach, Florida, by a developer named Epic Estates LLC. However, this developer has no connections to the proposed "EPIC city" near Dallas, Texas, which has drawn national attention. Officials in Florida clarified that Epic Estates LLC is only considering creating 10-acre lots and is not planning any new town developments.
Key Facts
- Social media posts falsely claimed a Muslim city is being planned near Vero Beach, Florida.
- Epic Estates LLC is the developer involved in the Florida project, but they are not linked to any religious organization or the "EPIC city" near Dallas.
- Officials confirmed there are no plans for a new town by Epic Estates LLC in Florida.
- Epic Estates LLC owns land in Indian River County and is considering creating 10-acre lots.
- The viral claims led to local concern and a packed Planning and Zoning Commission meeting.
- There is a separate proposed development near Dallas, Texas, known as the "EPIC city," but it is not related to Epic Estates LLC.
- Officials emphasized during the meeting that the Florida project rumors are incorrect and that no formal applications have been filed.
