I recieved my 7th permit for Sea Isle this year. I don't know how many they issue each year, but you never see more then 10 or 12 trucks on the beach on any given day.
The first 5 years it cost $25.00 for a permit from Sept 15th, to May 15th, and was run by the Police Department. Two years ago the city took over and raised the price to $40.00 for the same permit.
When I hear of the cost of other permits, the $40.00 is not that bad.