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Leasing Leases not yet commenced (Details) $ in Millions	Mar. 31, 2019 USD ($)
Leases not yet commenced [Line Items]
Lessee, Operating Lease, Lease Not yet Commenced	$ 25.0

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[Line Items] for Leases not yet commenced [Table]

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Future lease payments for an operating lease expected to commence in the future

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Balance Type:	credit
Period Type:	instant