"But without a crew and a new permit to dig, we're out of business."

But it now has a moratorium on new 12-month permits.

"Since the city stopped issuing new permits, people are selling them for $6,000."

But films must obtain new permits each time they travel.

He began to negotiate for a new permit to dig there.

A new permit has not been issued at the present time.

The rest wait for next April's season opening when the photo on the new permit will show that another year has passed.

Those with questions about the new permits may call (800) 575-5263.

The annual number of new permits in the recent past has been about 100, he said.

Then they issued new permits, but at far lower levels than before.