The key issue that prompted the adjournment was the absence of formal service to Lantana Land Holdings LLC. The Special Magistrate expressed discomfort in proceeding without specific authority from the actual property owner. The town had agreed to the hearing with the understanding that the property owner would be personally served, but this did not occur due to the rapid scheduling of the hearing, which did not allow for certified mail delivery or posting at the property.

During the proceedings, it became evident that the representation present was on behalf of the operator on the property, not the direct property owner, which raised concerns about the legal formalities being followed according to Chapter 162. Efforts to involve the property owner in the hearing or to obtain specific permission to go forward were unsuccessful, with attempts to contact the property owner or have them join via a Zoom link not yielding any response.

The Special Magistrate stated that without proper service, it was not prudent to allow any commentary regarding the merits of the case to be put on record. Given the representation of the tenant rather than the property owner and the absence of formal service, the hearing could not proceed to the merits of the case.