Document: NRC Regulatory Guide
Document ID: f0baf50b-5bb7-4783-b2f9-9586e09c97e1
Document Type: regulatory_guide
Title: Preparation of Environmental Reports for Nuclear Power Stations + HISTORY - HISTORY 02/2017 – DG-4026 , Proposed Revision 3 09/2014 – Periodic Review of Revision 2 – Revise (Rev. 3)
Source: NRC Regulatory Guide Division 4
Source URL: https://www.nrc.gov/docs/ML1611/ML16116A068.pdf
Revision Date: 2023-06
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Section ID: RG-4.2
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requires a “Federal permit, license, or approval.” The ACHP’s regulations at 36 CFR Part 800, “Protection of Historic Properties,” define the provisions for meeting Section 106 requirements. If an applicant decides to commence building activities (e.g., site-preparation activities), the applicant should be cognizant of the anticipatory demolition statutory provision in Section 110(k) of the NHPA (54 U.S.C. 306113).10 For additional information, the applicant should refer to 36 CFR 800.9(c). The applicant is encouraged to engage the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) staff as early as possible in the planning process, in accordance with 10 CFR 51.40, “Consultation with NRC Staff,” to avoid issues such as anticipatory demolition. The applicant should provide the information and analysis for the NRC to comply with Section 106 requirements in a manner that minimizes the potential for delays in the environmental review. The applicant should identify any activities and impacts associated with building that could affect historic and cultural resources within the APE (onsite or offsite, direct and indirect effects). Applicants should involve the State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO), local historic preservation officials, and affected American Indian tribes in the assessment. The ER should include the following information (with appropriate reference to Chapter 2 of the ER to avoid duplication of information): • Description of ground-disturbing activities (e.g., land clearing, grading, excavating, road work, and building the facility), increases in traffic, and audio and visual intrusions that could affect onsite and offsite resources. • Description of historic properties found in the direct and indirect APEs that will be affected by the proposed project. Use the criteria specified in 36 CFR 800.5 to assess adverse effects on historic properties. Provide a basis and documentation for how a conclusion is reached. • Description of historic and