Civil Municipal - April 2024

Adding to the city’s diverse tourist attractions is the Duplin Winery. This venture began in North Carolina and chose Panama City Beach as its latest location. This development, opened in 2023, enriches the city’s tourism offerings and reinforces its reputation as an investment-worthy destination. “It is one of those things that people see and recognize that this is a dynamic beach town,” Rowe comments, highlighting the winery’s decision to expand to Panama City Beach as evidence of the city’s appeal. ADDRESSING HOUSING DYNAMICS IN A FLOURISHING COMMUNITY As Panama City Beach experiences an influx of new residents drawn by its coastal allure and high quality of life, the city faces the dual challenges of meeting housing demands and ensuring affordability. Mayor Sheldon articulates the current state of the housing market in Panama City Beach, acknowledging the surge in demand for residential spaces. “We have many residential neighborhoods under construction,” he states, noting the attractiveness of Panama City 162 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 5, ISSUE 04