TROY - The state Legislature has paved the way for a new brew pub in Troy.

The three-story historic industrial building at 669 River St. is the anticipated home for The Local Troy, a partnership between Common Roots Brewing Company in Glens Falls and The Local restaurants in Saratoga Springs, according to state Sen. Neil Breslin's office.

A bill passed in the final days of the legislative session last week will create a carve out in state law to allow the joint venture, which would otherwise be prohibited due to Prohibition-era restrictions on collaborations between alcohol manufacturers and retailers. Similar exceptions in the state law made it possible for The Van Dyck to reopen in Schenectady.

A proposal submitted to the city last year called for a $2 million investment at the site, which would have the brew pub located in the basement and first floor and 13 apartments with offices on the upper two floors.

Breslin, a Delmar Democrat, who sponsored the bill, anticipated the project would aid in the economic revitalization of Troy.

"Not only will this be another great establishment for people throughout the Capital Region to enjoy, it will generate approximately 50 jobs and increase revenue for the city, while at the same time fulfill the city's historic preservation goals," he said.

The building at 669 River St. was listed in August 2016 on the National Register of Historic Places. It was the site of the former William Connors Paint Manufacturing Co.

The NRHP lists the building as being significant to architecture, engineering and industry.

Jon Haynes, a co-owner of The Local and Lake Local, previously told the Times Union that the historic designation would not deter the building's redevelopment. He said the brick and wooden beams would add to the atmosphere of the planned brew pub.

Haynes previously hoped to start work on the project in the fall of 2017.

The owners of The Local and Common Roots Brewing Company did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

Nearby establishments like Brown's Brewing Co. and Druthers are able to operate without a special state law because they have microbrewery licenses.

The legislation still needs to be sent to the governor for his approval. If enacted, the brew pub would then have the ability to apply for a liquor license.

David.Lombardo@timesunion.com - 518.454.5427 - @poozer87