Albany

A new law has opened the door to another brew pub in Troy.

Legislation signed by Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo last week carves out an exemption in the state’s alcohol beverage control laws to allow a joint venture between an alcohol manufacturer and retailer, which is otherwise banned under Prohibition-era restrictions.

The exclusion will apply to a three-story historic industrial building at 669 River St., which 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 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.

Similar exceptions in the state law made it possible for The Van Dyck to reopen in Schenectady. Nearby establishments like Brown's Brewing Co. and Druthers are able to operate without a special state law because they have microbrewery licenses.

Now the brew pub has the ability to apply for a liquor license.