Hurricane Proof Homes? What Amara Includes, the Warranty and How Buying Works

No home is truly hurricane proof, and no honest builder will promise one. What a builder can do is choose materials and methods meant to stand up better to Florida storms. At Amara by DiVosta, DiVosta's standard features list includes steel-reinforced concrete block walls, a concrete roof tile, and roof trusses with hurricane tie-downs. This guide covers what comes in every Amara home, what the warranty says, and the steps from first visit to closing day.

Are There Hurricane Proof Homes in Florida?

People search for ""hurricane proof homes"" because they want a house that will not fail in a storm. The plain truth is that ""proof"" is the wrong word. A strong home is built to resist wind and water better. It can still be damaged. What matters is how the house is built and what it is built from.

Florida has a statewide building code, and new homes must meet it. On top of that, builders choose their own materials. So when you compare new homes, look at the actual list, not the sales words.

Here is what DiVosta lists for Amara, from its plan pages checked October 14, 2026.

How Amara Homes Are Built for Florida Weather

DiVosta's standard features list includes these items for the structure:

• Steel-reinforced concrete block construction. The outside walls are built from concrete block with steel reinforcement. We explain what that means, and why South Florida builders use it, in how a concrete block house is built.

• Eagle concrete roof tile. The roof covering is concrete tile rather than shingles.

• Professionally engineered roof trusses with hurricane tie-downs for wind protection. Tie-downs are metal straps that help hold the roof to the walls.

• Double-pane, low-E, screened windows. These are listed for energy efficiency. DiVosta's features list does not call them impact-rated, so ask the sales team what storm protection comes with the windows and doors.

• Stucco exterior over the block, per elevation.

DiVosta also describes what it calls the DiVosta Build Promise: ""expert inspections, reinforced roofs, and energy-efficient features.""

That is a solid list. It is not a promise that nothing will ever break. Ask about window and door protection, and ask what your insurance company wants to see.

What Else Is Included in Every Amara Home

Beyond the structure, DiVosta's features list includes these items. Some vary by plan, so check the list for the plan you want.

Kitchen

• Built-in KitchenAid stainless steel appliances, including a 36-inch gas cooktop and a 30-inch wall oven and microwave combination

• Upgraded MasterBrand 42-inch cabinets with crown molding

Inside the home

• First-floor ceilings of 11 feet 4 inches on most plans (10 feet on the Oakhurst and Roseland)

• Owner's bath with a full shower, upgraded tile surround, tile shower floor and heavy frameless glass enclosure

• A pedestal sink in the powder room, on plans that have one

Systems and tech

• Carrier high-efficiency 15+ SEER2 heating and cooling

• A Rinnai tankless water heater

• A Smart Home 2.0 thermostat and a Ring doorbell camera

Outside

• A three-car garage, with an 8-foot garage door on most plans (7 feet on the Oakhurst and Roseland)

• A decorative brick paver driveway

• A rear covered lanai

See how these features show up across all nine Amara plans side by side.

The Warranty

DiVosta's plan pages describe the coverage as an ""Unmatched 1,2,5 & 10-year Pulte Protection Plan, transferable limited warranty."" DiVosta is part of PulteGroup.

Here is what that wording tells you, and what it does not:

• There are four time periods: 1, 2, 5 and 10 years.

• It is transferable. DiVosta calls it a transferable warranty. Ask how a transfer works if you sell.

• It is a limited warranty. That means it covers some things and not others.

The plan pages do not spell out which parts of the home each time period covers. Ask for the written warranty booklet before you sign, and read what is covered, what is not, and how to file a claim. Home and appliance makers may also have their own separate warranties.

A warranty is not the same as an inspection. Many buyers hire their own inspector before closing, even on a brand-new home. Here is a new construction home inspection checklist you can bring.

Questions to Ask About Storm Readiness

Bring these to your visit. They are the questions a features list does not answer.

1. What protection comes with the windows and doors?

2. Which wind and building code standards were used for this plan?

3. What documents will I get at closing that my insurance company may ask for?

4. Who do I call if something needs a warranty repair after a storm?

No CDD at Amara

DiVosta's page for Amara says: ""No Community Development District (CDD)."" A CDD is a special district that some Florida communities use to pay for roads, water lines and amenities. Owners pay it back through an assessment on the yearly property tax bill. We explain how that works in what a CDD fee is in Florida.

No CDD does not mean no community costs at all. Ask for the community's documents and a list of every cost tied to the home before you sign.

How Buying New Construction Works at Amara

Every builder runs its own process, so treat this as a general outline and ask the sales team for the exact steps.

1. Visit and pick a plan. Walk the plans that fit your list. Our ZIP code and area guide explains where Amara sits.

2. Choose a homesite. Ask which homesites fit which plans, and whether any carry an extra cost.

3. Decide: build new, or a home already underway. DiVosta lists some quick move-in homes at Amara from time to time. These are homes already being built, so the plan and many finishes are already chosen. Building from scratch takes longer but gives you more choices.

4. Sign the contract and pay the deposit. Read every page. Ask what happens to the deposit if your loan falls through.

5. Get your loan ready. At these prices, many buyers need a large loan. Start early.

6. Make your design choices. DiVosta says buyers can personalize interior finishes and the pool.

7. Watch the build. Ask how and when you can visit the construction site, and how you will get updates.

8. Walk through and close. Do a final walk-through, with your own inspector if you can. Then sign and get your keys.

Homes at Amara's homesites and plans have recently started in the low $1,200,000s. Call 561-704-0091 for today's numbers.

Common Questions

Want to see the homes and the features list for yourself? Call 561-704-0091 or book a walk-through at Amara. We will walk the community with you and go through what is included.

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