Resilient Construction Features

Integrated Systems Designed for Florida’s Climate

Hurricane Homes by Latitude 98 are designed around a coordinated group of structural, weather-protection, energy, drainage, and backup-power features intended to improve durability and reduce common points of vulnerability.

Rather than relying on one product or construction method, we evaluate how the site, foundation, walls, roof, openings, mechanical systems, electrical systems, and exterior materials work together as a complete home.

The specific features included in each Hurricane Home depend on the property, location, engineering, applicable building requirements, homeowner priorities, construction budget, and intended level of resilience.

No home can be guaranteed to prevent all hurricane, wind, flood, water, fire, or storm-related damage.

A Complete Resilience Strategy

Resilient construction begins with coordination.

A strong roof cannot fully protect a home if exterior openings fail. Impact-resistant windows cannot correct poor drainage. Backup power cannot prevent water intrusion. Durable materials cannot compensate for improper installation.

The Hurricane Homes approach may coordinate:

• Site elevation and grading
• Drainage and stormwater management
• Foundation design
• Structural framing
• Continuous load paths
• Roof shape and attachment
• Roof-deck protection
• Exterior wall systems
• Impact-resistant openings
• Garage-door reinforcement
• Waterproofing and flashing
• Mechanical-system protection
• Humidity management
• Backup power
• Energy efficiency
• Durable materials
• Inspection and documentation
• Long-term maintenance planning

Each system is evaluated in relation to the rest of the home.

Site Evaluation

Resilience begins before the home is designed.

Latitude 98 evaluates site conditions that may affect construction, drainage, access, utilities, flood exposure, and long-term ownership.

The review may consider:

• Property elevation
• Flood-zone information
• Base flood elevations
• Existing grades
• Soil conditions
• Drainage patterns
• High groundwater
• Wetlands
• Surface water
• Road elevation
• Utility locations
• Tree hazards
• Adjacent properties
• Emergency access
• Building orientation
• Wind exposure
• Stormwater requirements

The home design should respond to the property rather than forcing a standard plan onto an unsuitable site.

Finished-Floor Elevation

The finished-floor elevation can affect flood exposure, drainage, accessibility, site cost, and insurance considerations.

Depending on the property, strategies may include:

• Elevated building pads
• Stem-wall foundations
• Raised floor systems
• Elevated mechanical equipment
• Elevated electrical equipment
• Flood-resistant lower-level materials
• Carefully designed driveway slopes
• Accessible entry solutions
• Floodplain compensation
• Protected utility connections

Finished-floor elevations must be determined using surveys, engineering, flood information, site conditions, and local requirements.

Positive Site Drainage

Water should be directed away from the home and toward approved drainage areas.

Potential drainage features may include:

• Positive grading
• Swales
• French drains
• Catch basins
• Area drains
• Retention or detention systems
• Larger gutters
• Extended downspouts
• Controlled roof discharge
• Permeable surfaces
• Protected equipment pads
• Drainage easements
• Emergency overflow routes

Landscaping, driveways, patios, walkways, and neighbouring properties must be considered when planning drainage.

Foundation Systems

The foundation supports the structure and transfers loads into the ground.

Potential foundation systems may include:

• Slab-on-grade
• Reinforced slab systems
• Stem-wall foundations
• Continuous footings
• Elevated foundations
• Pier systems
• Pile foundations
• Specialised foundations for weak soils
• Flood-conscious foundation designs

Foundation selection depends on:

• Soil conditions
• Structural loads
• Flood exposure
• Groundwater
• Home design
• Local construction practices
• Engineering
• Budget

The foundation must also coordinate with plumbing, electrical conduits, drainage, finished-floor elevations, and structural connections.

Continuous Load Path

A continuous load path connects the roof, walls, floors, and foundation so wind forces can be transferred through the structure.

Potential components may include:

• Roof-to-wall connectors
• Wall-to-floor connections
• Wall-to-foundation anchors
• Reinforced masonry
• Structural straps
• Anchor bolts
• Hold-down systems
• Engineered fasteners
• Shear walls
• Reinforced openings
• Structural diaphragms

The complete connection system must be designed by qualified professionals for the specific home.

A strong individual component cannot provide its intended performance if adjoining connections are weak or improperly installed.

Reinforced Masonry and Concrete

Concrete masonry and reinforced concrete may provide durability, strength, fire resistance, and resistance to moisture, insects, and impact.

Potential systems may include:

• Concrete masonry walls
• Reinforced block cells
• Bond beams
• Reinforced lintels
• Cast-in-place concrete walls
• Insulated concrete forms
• Concrete floor systems
• Reinforced foundations

These systems must be coordinated with:

• Insulation
• Moisture control
• Windows and doors
• Electrical and plumbing systems
• Exterior finishes
• Structural engineering
• Roof connections

Construction quality, reinforcement placement, grout, curing, and inspection are critical to performance.

Engineered Framing Systems

Wood, steel, concrete, and hybrid framing systems may all be appropriate when properly engineered and constructed.

Potential framing features may include:

• Engineered lumber
• Structural steel
• Light-gauge metal framing
• Reinforced wood framing
• Improved sheathing attachment
• Structural wall panels
• Engineered roof trusses
• Braced wall systems
• Shear walls
• Corrosion-resistant connectors

The selected system should reflect the home design, spans, wind conditions, fire requirements, material availability, construction experience, and budget.

Simplified Roof Geometry

Complex rooflines can create more valleys, edges, joints, penetrations, and areas where wind or water may concentrate.

Hurricane Homes may favour:

• Hip roofs
• Simplified roof forms
• Balanced geometry
• Reduced roof transitions
• Fewer valleys
• Limited penetrations
• Protected roof edges
• Carefully designed overhangs
• Integrated porch roofs
• Practical drainage paths

Roof geometry is only one part of the roof system, but simpler forms can be easier to construct, inspect, seal, and maintain.

Enhanced Roof-Deck Attachment

The roof deck connects the roof covering to the structural framing.

Potential strategies may include:

• Increased fastening
• Improved fastener spacing
• Ring-shank nails
• Engineered screws
• Adhesive reinforcement where approved
• Stronger roof sheathing
• Documented installation
• Required inspections
• Concealed-work photographs

The attachment method must follow the approved structural plans and applicable product and code requirements.

Sealed Roof Deck

A sealed roof deck or secondary water barrier may help reduce water intrusion if the primary roof covering is damaged.

Potential systems may include:

• Self-adhered membrane
• Sealed roof-deck seams
• Full-coverage underlayment
• Approved secondary water-resistance systems
• Enhanced valley protection
• Improved roof-edge detailing

The selected system must be compatible with the roof covering, sheathing, ventilation, flashing, climate, and manufacturer requirements.

Wind-Rated Roof Coverings

Roof coverings should be selected for the home’s design, wind exposure, roof slope, durability, maintenance, and budget.

Potential options may include:

• Standing-seam metal roofing
• Exposed-fastener metal roofing
• High-wind-rated asphalt shingles
• Concrete or clay tile systems
• Low-slope membrane roofing
• Speciality roof assemblies

Selection factors may include:

• Wind rating
• Attachment method
• Impact performance
• Weight
• Corrosion resistance
• Repairability
• Maintenance
• Warranty
• Availability
• Installation quality
• Replacement cost

No roofing material is maintenance-free or immune from storm damage.

Roof Edge Protection

Roof edges are exposed to significant wind pressure.

Potential features may include:

• Reinforced edge attachment
• Properly secured fascia
• Durable drip edge
• Wind-rated soffits
• Protected overhangs
• Reduced edge complexity
• Improved flashing
• Corrosion-resistant fasteners
• Enhanced perimeter fastening

Roof-edge and soffit failures can allow wind and water into the attic or building envelope.

Protected Soffits and Vents

Soffits and attic vents must balance ventilation with resistance to wind-driven rain.

Potential features may include:

• Wind-rated soffit systems
• Reinforced attachment
• Limited vulnerable vent areas
• Protected ridge vents
• Baffled vents
• Water-resistant vent design
• Sealed penetrations
• Durable exterior materials

The ventilation strategy should be coordinated with the roof assembly, insulation, air sealing, HVAC design, and moisture-control approach.

Impact-Resistant Windows

Impact-resistant windows may help protect the building envelope from windborne debris.

Potential features may include:

• Laminated impact glass
• Wind-rated frames
• Site-specific design pressures
• Reinforced attachment
• Approved installation systems
• Proper flashing
• Exterior sealants
• Water-management details
• Insulated glass
• Energy-efficient coatings

The window product, size, location, pressure rating, attachment, and installation must match the approved plans.

Impact-Rated Exterior Doors

Exterior doors may include:

• Impact-rated entry doors
• Reinforced frames
• Multipoint locking systems
• Wind-rated hardware
• Proper threshold installation
• Enhanced anchoring
• Water-resistant flashing
• Protected sidelights
• Impact-rated glazed panels

Doors must remain functional for everyday use while satisfying structural, weather, egress, accessibility, and security requirements.

Reinforced Garage Doors

Garage doors are among the largest openings in many homes.

Potential features may include:

• Wind-rated garage doors
• Reinforced tracks
• Additional bracing
• Stronger attachment
• Rated hardware
• Impact-resistant panels
• Reinforced surrounding framing
• Battery backup for the opener
• Manual-release planning
• Water-resistant threshold detailing

The garage-door rating must match the opening size, design pressures, structural framing, and approved plans.

Shutters and Supplemental Opening Protection

Some homes may use permanent or removable opening-protection systems.

Potential options may include:

• Accordion shutters
• Roll-down shutters
• Storm panels
• Colonial shutters
• Bahama shutters
• Fabric systems
• Removable panel systems

The best system depends on:

• Opening size
• Home design
• Owner mobility
• Installation time
• Storage needs
• Cost
• Maintenance
• Appearance
• Product approvals

Removable systems require preparation, proper labelling, secure storage, and the physical ability to install them before a storm.

Exterior Wall Assemblies

Exterior walls must manage structure, wind, heat, moisture, air leakage, and exterior finishes.

Potential wall features may include:

• Reinforced masonry
• Concrete walls
• Engineered framing
• Structural sheathing
• Continuous insulation
• Air barriers
• Water-resistive barriers
• Drainage planes
• Durable cladding
• Corrosion-resistant attachments
• Insect protection
• Properly detailed penetrations

The wall should be designed as a complete assembly rather than separate products selected independently.

Water-Resistive Barriers

A water-resistive barrier helps direct water that passes behind the exterior finish away from the structure.

Potential features may include:

• Continuous weather barriers
• Properly lapped materials
• Integrated flashing
• Sealed penetrations
• Window and door integration
• Drainage gaps
• Weep systems
• Base-of-wall drainage
• Durable exterior sealants

Installation details around openings, roof intersections, utilities, decks, and exterior attachments are particularly important.

Flashing Systems

Flashing directs water away from vulnerable joints and penetrations.

Potential flashing locations include:

• Windows
• Exterior doors
• Roof-to-wall intersections
• Chimneys
• Roof valleys
• Wall penetrations
• Balconies
• Decks
• Sills
• Parapets
• Exterior utility penetrations

Flashing must be installed in the correct sequence so water moves outward and downward rather than behind the building envelope.

Reduced Exterior Penetrations

Every penetration through the roof or exterior wall creates an area requiring careful sealing and maintenance.

The design may reduce or consolidate:

• Roof vents
• Plumbing penetrations
• Mechanical penetrations
• Exterior electrical boxes
• Utility entries
• Lighting penetrations
• Satellite and antenna mounts
• Decorative attachments
• Exterior piping

Necessary penetrations should be accessible, properly flashed, sealed, documented, and included in future maintenance inspections.

Water-Resistant Interior Materials

Materials in areas more likely to experience moisture may be selected for improved durability.

Potential materials may include:

• Porcelain or ceramic tile
• Moisture-resistant wallboard
• Cement backer board
• Durable cabinetry
• Water-resistant flooring
• Closed-cell insulation where appropriate
• Mould-resistant coatings
• Removable baseboards
• Serviceable wall assemblies

Material selection does not replace the need to prevent leaks, control humidity, and repair water damage promptly.

Moisture Detection

Early leak detection may help limit damage.

Potential features may include:

• Water sensors
• Automatic shutoff valves
• Smart leak-detection systems
• HVAC drain monitoring
• Water-heater pan sensors
• Laundry-room sensors
• Under-sink sensors
• Irrigation monitoring
• Utility-room floor drains where permitted
• Accessible shutoff valves

Systems should be tested and maintained to remain effective.

Plumbing Shutoff Controls

Quick access to water controls can help reduce damage from plumbing failures.

Potential features may include:

• Clearly labelled main shutoff
• Automatic water shutoff
• Individual fixture shutoffs
• Accessible manifold systems
• Exterior hose shutoffs
• Appliance shutoffs
• Leak-detection integration
• Emergency instructions

The owner should understand the location and operation of all primary shutoff controls.

Energy-Efficient Windows and Insulation

Energy features may improve comfort, reduce operating costs, and reduce the backup-power demand required to maintain essential conditions.

Potential features may include:

• Low-emissivity glazing
• Insulated window units
• Improved wall insulation
• Enhanced attic insulation
• Continuous insulation
• Reduced thermal bridging
• Air sealing
• Shaded openings
• Protected outdoor spaces
• Reflective roofing

Energy performance should be coordinated with moisture control, ventilation, HVAC sizing, and building-envelope design.

Air Sealing

Uncontrolled air leakage can increase energy use, humidity, dust, and comfort problems.

Potential air-sealing locations include:

• Wall penetrations
• Attic penetrations
• Top plates
• Bottom plates
• Window and door openings
• Electrical boxes
• Plumbing penetrations
• HVAC connections
• Utility entries
• Access panels
• Garage-to-house separation

Air sealing should be coordinated with mechanical ventilation so the home receives appropriate fresh air.

HVAC Sizing

Oversized air-conditioning equipment may cool the home quickly without removing enough humidity.

Hurricane Homes may use:

• Professional load calculations
• Properly sized equipment
• Variable-speed systems
• Zoned systems
• High-efficiency heat pumps
• Balanced duct design
• Sealed ductwork
• Accessible equipment
• Backup-power coordination
• Humidity controls

Equipment size should be based on the completed home’s actual envelope and loads rather than square-foot estimates alone.

Dehumidification

Dedicated humidity control may improve comfort and material durability.

Potential strategies may include:

• Variable-speed HVAC
• Whole-home dehumidifiers
• Controlled ventilation
• Smart humidity sensors
• Conditioned mechanical spaces
• Sealed duct systems
• Bathroom exhaust
• Kitchen exhaust
• Moisture-aware building assemblies

Humidity systems require maintenance, drainage, filter changes, and proper controls.

Mechanical-System Protection

Mechanical equipment should be placed and protected with storm, flood, maintenance, and airflow requirements in mind.

Potential features may include:

• Elevated exterior equipment
• Protected equipment locations
• Reinforced mounting
• Proper clearances
• Wind-rated attachment
• Corrosion-resistant components
• Surge protection
• Backup-power integration
• Accessible service locations
• Condensate overflow protection

Mechanical placement should not create drainage conflicts or expose equipment unnecessarily.

Whole-Home Generator Readiness

Generator readiness may include:

• Transfer switch
• Generator pad
• Electrical conduit
• Fuel connections
• Load calculations
• Critical-load planning
• Protected equipment location
• Service access
• Exhaust-clearance planning
• Noise considerations
• Battery maintenance
• Monitoring systems

A generator system must be designed, installed, permitted, and operated according to applicable requirements.

Standby Generators

A permanent generator may support:

• Refrigeration
• Lighting
• HVAC
• Medical equipment
• Water systems
• Communications
• Security
• Well pumps
• Septic equipment
• Selected appliances

The system size depends on:

• Essential loads
• Whole-home loads
• Startup demand
• Fuel type
• Fuel availability
• Service duration
• Equipment capacity
• Owner priorities
• Budget

Generators require ongoing testing, servicing, battery replacement, fuel planning, and safe operation.

Critical-Load Electrical Panels

A critical-load panel can separate essential circuits from nonessential loads.

Potential essential circuits may include:

• Refrigeration
• Selected lighting
• Communications
• Security
• Medical equipment
• Well pumps
• Septic systems
• HVAC components
• Garage access
• Water heating
• Selected outlets

Critical-load planning can reduce the generator or battery capacity required to support basic functions.

Surge Protection

Power interruptions and restoration can create electrical surges.

Potential protection may include:

• Whole-home surge protection
• Panel-level protection
• Equipment-specific protection
• Generator surge coordination
• Data and communications protection
• HVAC protection
• Appliance protection
• Grounding review

Surge protection reduces risk but cannot guarantee that all equipment will avoid damage.

Solar and Battery Readiness

Some Hurricane Homes may be prepared for future solar or battery systems.

Readiness may include:

• Roof orientation
• Structural capacity
• Reserved roof areas
• Electrical conduit
• Panel capacity
• Equipment locations
• Critical-load integration
• Battery-space planning
• Transfer equipment
• Monitoring connections

Solar and battery systems should be designed around actual energy use, outage goals, roof conditions, utility requirements, financing, and maintenance.

EV-Charging Readiness

Electric vehicles may serve as transportation and, with certain systems, potential backup-power resources.

Readiness may include:

• Panel capacity
• Conduit
• Dedicated circuits
• Charger location
• Garage ventilation
• Protected mounting
• Utility coordination
• Future bidirectional capability

Charging systems must be designed around electrical capacity, vehicle requirements, owner use, and applicable code.

Corrosion-Resistant Components

Florida humidity, salt exposure in some locations, and outdoor conditions can accelerate corrosion.

Potential materials may include:

• Stainless-steel fasteners
• Hot-dippedgalvanisedd connectors
• Coated hardware
• Corrosion-resistant exterior fixtures
• Protected electrical components
• Durable HVAC coatings
• Appropriate metal roofing finishes
• Noncorrosive drainage components

Material selection should reflect the property’s distance from saltwater, exposure, maintenance, and budget.

Termite and Pest Protection

Florida homes require ongoing termite and pest planning.

Potential features may include:

• Soil treatment
• Termite barriers
• Treated framing
• Masonry construction
• Sealed penetrations
• Accessible inspection areas
• Moisture control
• Proper grading
• Wood-to-ground separation
• Maintenance agreements

No system eliminates the need for regular inspection and maintenance.

Fire-Resistant Features

Although Hurricane Homes focus on storm resilience, fire performance may also be considered.

Potential features may include:

• Masonry walls
• Fire-resistant exterior materials
• Rated garage separation
• Smoke alarms
• Carbon-monoxide alarms
• Fire sprinklers where required or selected
• Protected electrical systems
• Safe generator placement
• Exterior hose access
• Defensible landscape planning where appropriate

Fire requirements depend on the home, jurisdiction, construction type, and site.

Smart Monitoring Systems

Technology may help homeowners monitor conditions before, during, and after severe weather.

Potential systems may include:

• Water-leak sensors
• Generator monitoring
• Battery monitoring
• Security cameras
• Access control
• Smart thermostats
• Humidity sensors
• Power-loss alerts
• Smoke and carbon-monoxide alerts
• Garage-door monitoring
• Exterior lighting controls
• Remote shutoff systems

Smart systems depend on power, communications, software, maintenance, and owner configuration.

Secure Storage

Storm preparation often requires space for supplies and equipment.

Potential storage may include:

• Generator accessories
• Storm panels
• Fasteners and tools
• Water and food supplies
• Batteries
• Emergency lighting
• Medical supplies
• Property records
• Maintenance materials
• Outdoor furniture storage

Storage should be dry, accessible, organised, and located away from preventable hazards.

Protected Outdoor Equipment

Exterior equipment may include:

• Air-conditioning condensers
• Generators
• Pool equipment
• Irrigation controls
• Utility meters
• Water-treatment systems
• Propane tanks
• Solar equipment
• Communications equipment

Protection strategies may include:

• Elevated pads
• Wind-rated anchoring
• Impact protection
• Drainage
• Corrosion-resistant components
• Service clearance
• Safe separation
• Removable protective panels where appropriate

Exterior equipment should remain accessible for inspection, maintenance, and emergency shutdown.

Low-Maintenance Exterior Materials

Lower-maintenance materials may improve long-term durability and reduce deferred upkeep.

Potential materials may include:

• Masonry
• Fibre-cement siding
• Durable stucco systems
• High-performance coatings
• Metal roofing
• Impact-resistant windows
• Composite trim
• Corrosion-resistant railings
• Concrete or porcelain outdoor surfaces
• Florida-appropriate landscaping

Low maintenance does mean no maintenance.

Every material requires inspection, cleaning, repair, sealing, coating, or replacement over time.

Accessible Maintenance Areas

Mechanical and utility systems should be placed where they can be inspected, serviced, repaired, and replaced.

Design considerations may include:

• Walkable attic access
• Service platforms
• Clearly labelled shutoffs
• Accessible filters
• Adequate electrical-panel clearance
• Generator service access
• Plumbing access panels
• Drainage cleanouts
• Equipment replacement paths
• Organised utility rooms

Systems that are difficult to access are more likely to be neglected or repaired improperly.

Construction Quality Documentation

Latitude 98 may coordinate documentation of resilience-related construction details.

Records may include:

• Approved plans
• Product approvals
• Structural calculations
• Inspection reports
• Installation photographs
• Roof documentation
• Window and door information
• Generator records
• Energy reports
• Testing results
• Warranties
• Contractor information
• Wind-mitigation documentation
• Maintenance schedules

These records may support future maintenance, insurance review, warranty claims, refinancing, and resale.

Third-Party Testing and Inspections

Depending on the project, testing may include:

• Soil compaction
• Concrete testing
• Structural inspections
• Masonry inspections
• Roof inspections
• Window and door inspection
• Building-envelope testing
• Air-leakage testing
• Duct testing
• HVAC balancing
• Generator testing
• Electrical testing
• Drainage verification
• Final elevation certification

Testing requirements depend on the project, design, jurisdiction, funding, and selected performance goals.

Product Selection

Products should be evaluated based on more than marketing claims.

Latitude 98 may consider:

• Approved testing
• Product approvals
• Design-pressure ratings
• Impact ratings
• Installation requirements
• Warranty
• Availability
• Replacement parts
• Contractor familiarity
• Maintenance
• Cost
• Repairability
• Compatibility with adjoining systems

A product must be appropriate for the specific location and installed according to the approved details.

Standard, Enhanced and Custom Features

Hurricane Homes may offer different feature packages based on project goals and budget.

Potential levels may include:

Standard Resilience

• Code-compliant structural design
• Coordinated roof attachment
• Florida-approved exterior products
• Positive drainage
• Energy-efficient systems
• Basic generator readiness
• Durable exterior materials
• Moisture-management planning

Enhanced Resilience

• Impact-resistant openings
• Sealed roof deck
• Upgraded roof connections
• Enhanced water management
• Whole-home surge protection
• Critical-load electrical planning
• Dedicated dehumidification
• Improved exterior materials
• Expanded construction documentation

Custom Resilience

• Permanent standby generator
• Battery and solar integration
• Elevated construction
• Advanced flood-conscious design
• Enhanced structural systems
• Whole-home monitoring
• Custom water-management systems
• Specialised material selections
• Site-specific emergency features
• Owner-defined performance priorities

The exact features would be confirmed during design, engineering, budgeting, and permitting.

Cost and Priority Planning

Resilience features should be prioritised according to their likely effect on the specific home.

A practical order of evaluation may include:

• Site and drainage
• Structure
• Roof
• Exterior openings
• Water-intrusion protection
• Mechanical and humidity control
• Backup power
• Energy performance
• Material durability
• Smart monitoring
• Optional convenience features

The goal is to address the home’s most important vulnerabilities before allocating the budget to lower-priority upgrades.

Insurance Considerations

Certain features may be relevant to insurance underwriting or wind-mitigation inspections.

These may include:

• Roof shape
• Roof covering
• Roof-deck attachment
• Roof-to-wall connections
• Secondary water resistance
• Opening protection
• Structural type
• Flood-zone conditions
• Finished-floor elevation
• Electrical updates
• Plumbing updates
• Water-detection systems

Insurance companies determine eligibility, coverage, deductibles, discounts, and premiums.

Latitude 98 does not guarantee that any construction feature will result in insurance savings or continued coverage.

Maintenance Responsibilities

Resilient construction must be maintained.

Recommended maintenance may include:

• Roof inspections
• Window and door inspection
• Sealant replacement
• Drainage cleaning
• Gutter cleaning
• Generator servicing
• Battery replacement
• HVAC maintenance
• Dehumidifier service
• Termite inspections
• Exterior coating maintenance
• Tree management
• Leak-sensor testing
• Water-shutoff testing
• Surge-protection inspection

Maintenance frequency depends on the product, environment, manufacturer, use, and property conditions.

Important Limitations

Resilient construction can reduce vulnerabilities, but it cannot eliminate risk.

Severe weather may involve:

• Winds exceeding design conditions
• Tornadoes
• Flooding
• Storm surge
• Windborne debris
• Falling trees
• Ground failure
• Fire
• Utility interruption
• Sewer backup
• Water intrusion
• Long-term power loss
• Access limitations

Homeowners must follow evacuation orders, emergency guidance, insurance requirements, and proper storm-preparation procedures.

Our Resilient Feature Selection Process

1. Evaluate the Property

Latitude 98 reviews site elevation, flood conditions, drainage, wind exposure, utilities, access, trees, soil, and development constraints.

2. Define the Home and Owner Priorities

We identify the home size, architecture, occupancy, budget, energy goals, backup-power needs, accessibility, and intended ownership period.

3. Coordinate Architecture and Engineering

Qualified professionals develop the structure, roof, openings, site, drainage, mechanical, electrical, and building-envelope systems.

4. Identify Resilience Options

The project team compares available systems based on performance, cost, maintenance, availability, installation, and compatibility.

5. Establish the Feature Package

Standard, enhanced, and custom features are prioritised according to the project budget and site-specific needs.

6. Complete Construction Documents

The selected features are incorporated into coordinated plans, specifications, product approvals, calculations, and permit documents.

7. Coordinate Procurement and Installation

Latitude 98 tracks selected products, substitutions, contractor requirements, inspections, and documentation.

8. Test and Inspect

Required inspections, testing, system startup, corrective work, and permit closeout are completed.

9. Prepare Owner Documentation

Available plans, warranties, product records, operating instructions, and maintenance recommendations are organised for turnover.

10. Maintain the Systems

The owner continues required inspection, servicing, repair, storm preparation, and documentation throughout the life of the home.

Serving Orlando and Central Florida

Latitude 98 evaluates Hurricane Home projects throughout:

• Orange County
• Seminole County
• Lake County
• Osceola County
• Volusia County
• Polk County

Selected resilient residential, aviation-community, and speciality projects may also be considered elsewhere in Florida.

Resilience Built Into the Entire Home

The strongest resilient-construction strategy is not based on one feature.

It comes from coordinating the property, structure, roof, openings, water management, building envelope, energy systems, backup power, materials, installation, inspections, and long-term maintenance.

Hurricane Homes by Latitude 98 are designed to bring those decisions together into a more deliberate approach to Florida homebuilding.