From 2 years ago: The office of L.A. city councilmember Paul Koretz has secured a permanent protection covenant with Metropoulos, which is tantamount to a legal commitment from the 34-year-old billionaire businessman who co-owns Hostess Brands that he will not demolish the main residence, will repair the façade of the structure and will maintain the original condition of the home as part of an upcoming renovation.
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