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Recent Accounting Pronouncements Recent Accounting Pronouncements (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2019 | Dec. 31, 2018 | Dec. 31, 2017
Recent Accounting Pronouncements (Narrative) [Abstract] |  |  |
New Accounting Pronouncement or Change in Accounting Principle, Cumulative Effect of Change on Equity or Net Assets | $ 0 |  |
Lessor Property Costs Paid From Tenant Escrow | $ 5,798,000 | $ 0 | $ 0

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