NRC issues standard design approval for Nuscale Power US460 power plant

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission staff issued approval of the NuScale Power (SMR) Company US460 standard design approval application, according to a letter dated May 29 posted to the site of the NRC. “The SDA allows the NuScale design to be referenced in an application for a construction permit or operating license under Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations Part 50,’ Domestic Licensing of Production and Utilization Facilities,’ or an application for a combined license or manufacturing license under 10 CFR Part 52, ‘Licenses, Certifications, and Approvals for Nuclear Power Plants.’ However, the issuance of this SDA does not constitute a commitment to issue a permit, design certification or license, or in any way affect the authority of the Commission, the Atomic Safety and Licensing Board, or other presiding officers in any proceeding on an application for a construction permit, operating license, combined license, or manufacturing license that references the SDA,” the letter stated.