Lin Yizhi (L) receives a permit in Futian District in Shenzhen yesterday, which allows him to perform in the street. Sixty-eight permits were issued to street artists yesterday afternoon. Although the square between Shenzhen Civic Center and Shenzhen Book City CBD store in Futian has long been a popular place for performers, this is the first time the performers have received legal recognition. (Story on P3)Sun Yuchen