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Interest Capitalized (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2020 | Dec. 31, 2019 | Dec. 31, 2018
Interest Capitalized |  |  |
Capitalized interest during the development and redevelopment of real estate assets | $ 44,157 | $ 62,823 | $ 60,331

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