LG3 is now under development by Barratt David Wilson Homes.
You can browse the vision and planning document below, as well as reading latest and historic news.
LG3 - The Story So Far
December 2026 - Sale Completed
Letchworth Garden City Heritage Foundation is thrilled to have completed the sale of development land at Talbot Way to partners Barratt David Wilson Homes. The land, known in the North Herts Local Plan as “LG3” will now be developed in line with the plan to provide a great many benefits to the town. Read More here...
March 2025 - Contracts Exchanged at LG3 site in Letchworth Garden City
Letchworth Garden City Heritage Foundation is thrilled to have exchanged contracts with partners Barratt Redrow North Thames for land at Talbot Way, known as “LG3.” We have worked closely with local stakeholders for several years to plan the LG3 development in line with the North Herts Local Plan and we’re delighted that Barratt Redrow has acquired the land. The masterplan includes up to 120 new homes for Letchworth Garden City, 40% of which will be affordable housing.
Historical Planning Information
North Herts Councillors have resolved to grant planning permission, subject to a legal agreement, for the development to the east of Talbot Way and Kristiansand Way in Letchworth. This is the proposed LG3 site in the Council's Local Plan and is the second largest of our proposed development sites.
Our proposal:
- Up to 120 homes
- 40% affordable housing
- Retention of existing allotments
- Vehicular access via Flint Road
- Comprehensive landscaping scheme
- Strategic Masterplan Document