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Commitments and Contingencies - Summary of Real Estate Development Commitments (Parenthetical) (Details) $ in Millions | Dec. 31, 2023 USD ($)
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Projects/Investments/Units/Remaining Commitments schedule |
Total project costs remaining under development commitment fund | $ 219.5
Parent |
Projects/Investments/Units/Remaining Commitments schedule |
Total project costs remaining under development commitment fund | 76.6
Corporate Joint Venture |
Projects/Investments/Units/Remaining Commitments schedule |
Total project costs remaining under development commitment fund | 0.7
Construction Loans |
Projects/Investments/Units/Remaining Commitments schedule |
Total project costs remaining under development commitment fund | $ 142.2

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