The most significant case involved a property owned by Open Doors for You Investment LLC on Lagoon Road. The magistrate was presented with evidence that the property had been in violation of the town’s ordinance due to high vegetation, exceeding the allowable height. Despite being given 30 days to rectify the situation, the property remained non-compliant. In the absence of any representation or communication from the property owner, the magistrate imposed a fine of $250 per day for each day the property remained out of compliance following the June 17, 2024 deadline. Additionally, a $250 administrative fee was levied to cover costs associated with bringing the matter before the magistrate.

Another case involved a property on Pearl Street, where the issue was resolved before the hearing date. The property owner came into compliance by cutting the overgrown grass and weeds. However, due to the delay in resolving the violation, the magistrate imposed a $250 administrative fee. The case was closed contingent upon the payment of this fee, highlighting the magistrate’s approach to encouraging timely compliance through financial penalties.

A request for a continuance was granted for a third case involving a property at an unspecified address. The property owner’s attorney had made contact with the town. The magistrate agreed to the continuance, recognizing that additional time might facilitate the property coming into compliance without further penalties.