text: In order to construct, expand and operate a landÑll, one or more construction or operating permits, as well 
  as zoning and land use approvals, must be obtained. These are diÇcult and time-consuming to obtain, are 
  often opposed by neighboring landowners and citizens' groups, may be subject to periodic renewal and are 
  subject to modiÑcation and revocation by the issuing agency. In connection with our acquisition of existing 
  landÑlls, it may be and on occasion has been necessary for our company to expend considerable time, eÅort 
  and money to bring the acquired facilities into compliance with applicable requirements and to obtain the 
  permits and approvals necessary to increase their capacity. 