Under a massive government housebuilding scheme, the development would be created within the South Bank area of the city, if plans are approved.
We asked Yorkshire Evening Post readers what they think are the fundamental things that a new Leeds town should have from the outset, before the bells and whistles arrive.
A masterclass of optimism and good old-fashioned scepticism; what planners see as a map of potential, our readers see the reality of a city already bursting at the seams.
The debate quickly spiralled into a classic Leeds standoff: Is it a new town? Is it just a city extension? And where on earth is everyone going to park?
But beneath the dry humour and the ‘Bielsaville’ suggestions lies a very honest wish list.
People aren't just asking for a five-bedroom home with a hot tub and rolling views of the countryside; they are asking for a community that actually functions.
7. The 'Sit Down' Test
Sometimes the most honest needs are the smallest. We need benches. Good, sturdy benches for older people to rest their legs and neighbours to have a natter. If a town isn't walkable (and 'sit-able') for a 70-year-old, it isn't a town - it’s just a corridor. | Provided
8. The Bakery & Beer Benchmark
A town is only as good as its crust. We aren't asking for much - just a decent local supermarket, a proper bakery that smells like real bread, and a local pub where you can actually hear yourself speak. The basics are what turn a housing area into a home. | Steve Riding
9. Bielsaville?
Don't just give us a postcode; give us a place with a soul. Whether it’s officially a 'new town' or a city extension, it needs a name and a character that reflects the Leeds spirit. We want a community built on 'side before self' values - much like what Marcelo Biela brought to the city during his time with Leeds United. | GettAlex Pantling/Getty Images