A net-zero, stormproof community success story. Is this the future of housing?
In the aftermath of Hurricanes Helen and Milton, Hunters Point, sustainable development in Cortez, Florida, emerged as a model for resilient, energy-efficient housing. Built by Pearl Homes, the net-zero community weathered the storms without power outages or flooding, thanks to features like hurricane-proof windows and solar panels with battery storage.
According to Equities.com, nearby mobile homes in Bradenton Beach suffered severe damage because of flooding, rendering them condemned.
While Hunters Point is an example of sustainable design practices being used to fortify homes against storms, the homes do come at a premium — ?priced at $1.4 million to $1.9 million.
