Document: NRC Regulatory Guide
Document ID: 2654196f-c25a-40d1-8edc-e828353b6377
Document Type: regulatory_guide
Title: Standard Format and Content of Environmental Reports for Near-Surface Disposal of Radioactive Waste + HISTORY - HISTORY 04/1982 – Draft WM 013-4
Source: NRC Regulatory Guide Division 4
Source URL: https://www.nrc.gov/docs/ML1218/ML12187A698.pdf
Revision Date: 2023-06
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Section ID: RG-4.18
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are deleted from the analysis, the rationale for doing so should be explained. Key all the terms used in the benefit-cost analysis to the relevant sections of the environmental report. 40 Chapter 10. STATUS OF COMPLIANCE In this chapter, list all Federal permits, licenses, approvals, and other entitlements required by Federal, State, local, and regional authorities that must be obtained for protection of the environment, and discuss the status of compliance with these requirements. The discussion of alternatives in the report should include a discussion of whether the alternatives will comply with such applicable environmental quality standards and requirements. 41 Chapter 11. REFERENCES Provide a bibliography of all sources used in preparation of the environ- mental report. References cited should be keyed to the specific sections and page numbers to which they apply. I 42 DRAFT VALUE/IMPACT STATEMENT 1. PROPOSED ACTION 1.1 Description The proposed action is to issue for comment a regulatory guide that would provide specific guidance on preparation of environmental reports submitted to NRC in support of an application for a license to receive, possess, and dispose of radioactive waste at near-surface disposal sites. This regulatory guide is supported by existing NRC regulations and reflects experience gained in the past from actual licensing cases, as well as NRC staff judgment in areas where there is no direct experience. 1.2 Need The Atomic Energy Act of 1954, as amended, and the Energy Reorganization Act of 1974, as amended, provide the NRC with licensing and related regulatory authority concerning the disposal of radioactive waste. 10 CFR Part 51 provides general guidance to the format and content of environ- mental reports submitted in support of licenses to receive, possess, and dispose of radioactive waste at near-surface disposal sites. However, detailed guidance is essential to applicants for the efficient preparation of environmental reports for waste