Weclome to the GUNTER MDD
The Gunter Municipal Development District, established 2025.
History of Gunter, Texas
Gunter Today
Gunter is a fast growing community that represents a green field of economic opportunity and a prime location for businesses seeking to capitalize on emerging opportunities in North Texas. Gunter’s short distance to Dallas and strategic location near major highways enhances its appeal to businesses. The city is situated near the intersection of State Highway 289 and FTMR 121 as well at TX State Highway 75 to the east and soon, the Dallas North Tollway in West Gunter, providing easy access to larger markets in the region. Gunter also ties into the fast growing market of Sherman-Denison, to the North, bordering Oklahoma. Gunter is bordered to the south by Celina, one of the fastest growing cities in America in 2024.
Gunter has multiple large scale residential developments underway and there are multiple, multi-acre lots available for purchase today along Highway 289 and what will be future DNT tollway frontage. Businesses considering establishing operations in Gunter can anticipate a rapidly expanding market, improved accessibility, and a supportive business environment, making it an opportune moment in an ideal location for long term businesses growth and sustainability.

OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Eric Wilhite
Director of Development
Josh Long
Place 1, Vice President
Don Anderson
Place 2
Paul Valker
Place 3, President
Micah West
Place 4
Jessica Dunn
Place 5, Secretary
Christina Zielinski
Place 6
Open
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Bring Your Business to Gunter TX
The Gunter MDD (a Municipal Development District) plays a pivotal role in fostering a business-friendly environment. The MDD, established as an EDC in 1999 and converted to the MDD in 2025, is funded by a half-cent city sales tax dedicated to economic development. The Gunter MDD is committed to improving the local and regional economy by creating wealth through new jobs, business retention, and expansion, increasing the tax base, and recruiting new businesses.
The MDD & City of Gunter offers various incentives to attract and retain businesses. These incentives may include:
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Small business loan programs & grants
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Tax abatements on real property and business personal property
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Infrastructure improvement development (roads, sidewalks, etc)
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TIRZ programs
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Real estate and property acquisition support & guidance (purchase, lease, etc)
Such initiatives demonstrate the city’s commitment to supporting business growth and sustainability. Contact us for more detailed information.
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