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Latitude Margaritaville Wins 2026 Master Plan of the Year Award

In a celebratory announcement, Zonda named Latitude Margaritaville as the 2026 Master Plan of the Year during the Future Place Conference in Irving, Texas. This prestigious award is presented by BUILDER Magazine and recognizes the innovative community design and lifestyle orientation of Latitude Margaritaville, developed by Minto Communities.

Jeff Meyers, CEO of Zonda, highlighted the community's unique approach to catering to the desires of active adult buyers who seek more than just a residence. He noted, “Nearly a decade ago, Minto Communities bet that active adult buyers wanted more than a house; they wanted a lifestyle.” This foresight has resulted in nearly 20,000 homes across various states, a fact that underlines the community's success.

Latitude Margaritaville communities can be found in several locations:

• - Daytona Beach, FL: Opened in 2018, this site saw over 200 prospective buyers camping out overnight for a chance to secure a home—now fully sold out.
• - Hilton Head, SC: A growing addition to the community portfolio that echoes the brand's successes.
• - Florida Panhandle: Developed via collaboration with The St. Joe Company.
• - Naples, FL: An upcoming development that promises further expansion of the Latitude Margaritaville brand.
• - Galveston, TX: The next community to be built, with additional opportunities being evaluated in other Texas markets.

William Bullock, president of Minto Communities, expressed gratitude for the recognition, emphasizing that it validates their vision of creating a lifestyle rather than just homes. He stated, “Our residents tell us every day that it’s the friendships they've made here that make Latitude Margaritaville special,” a sentiment reflective of the community’s strong social fabric.

The amenities at Latitude Margaritaville are curated to foster friendships and connections among residents, featuring resort-style dining with regional menus, commercial-grade fitness facilities, arts studios, and an array of clubs led by community members. This sense of community is further evidenced by the fact that approximately one-third of Minto’s sales originate from current homeowners referring friends to new communities.

Bullock attributes the brand's momentum to establishing a responsive infrastructure informed by residents' feedback on amenities and floor plans. He believes this collaborative approach is what truly brings the community to life.

The Master Plan of the Year award will be ceremoniously awarded to Bullock and the Latitude Margaritaville team during the conference. Furthermore, they will be featured in the third-quarter publication of BUILDER Magazine in an article titled "Changing Latitudes, Changing Attitudes" by Symone Strong. Previous recipients of this award include Serenbe in 2025 and The Irvine Ranch in 2024.

For those interested in exploring Latitude Margaritaville's communities, more information can be found on Zonda's NewHomeSource.com, showcasing locations in Hilton Head, the Florida Panhandle, and upcoming projects in Naples, FL, and Galveston, TX.

Zonda, acting as a key data and insight resource for homebuilders, aims to revolutionize the housing industry with a mission that promotes higher standards for homes and stronger communities. The awarded communities reflect their belief that better homes equate to better lives.

To stay updated on the latest advancements and news from Latitude Margaritaville, visit ZondaHome.com or follow them on LinkedIn.