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Interest Capitalized | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2014
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Interest Capitalized | Interest Capitalized The Company capitalizes interest during the development and redevelopment of real estate assets. Capitalized interest associated with the Company's development or redevelopment activities totaled $69,961,000, $66,838,000 and $49,556,000 for years ended December 31, 2014, 2013 and 2012, respectively.

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