"Based on testing, modelling and the incorporation of mitigation activities, no significant residual impacts to marine water quality are expected to arise on any fisheries or fish habitat as a result of this project."

A public auction was held in a Bridgewater courtroom on Friday morning with the property being purchased by the sole bidder to enter the auction, according to lawyer Stephen Kingston.

Nova Scotia's Environment Department is warning that a domestic fuel oil spill may have affected the quality of water in Lake Fletcher.