My plots in that i own in the town i used to and still live in are now considered town property. I have an immense amount of items lost in the chests on those plots and i need help.
Have you tried contacting town staff for your items back? So long as you've locked your chests they should still be there. Also don't forget to check /reclaim.
Contact me next time you're available, I'll retrieve the items for you if you haven't already received them.