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Commitments and Contingencies - Summary of Real Estate Development Commitments (Parenthetical) (Details) $ in Millions | Mar. 31, 2022 USD ($)
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Projects/Investments/Units/Remaining Commitments schedule |
Total project costs remaining under development commitment fund | $ 318.8
Parent |
Projects/Investments/Units/Remaining Commitments schedule |
Total project costs remaining under development commitment fund | 25.0
Corporate Joint Venture |
Projects/Investments/Units/Remaining Commitments schedule |
Total project costs remaining under development commitment fund | 8.8
Construction Loans |
Projects/Investments/Units/Remaining Commitments schedule |
Total project costs remaining under development commitment fund | $ 285.0

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