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Related Party Transactions - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 3 Months Ended |
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Mar. 31, 2013 | Mar. 31, 2012 | Dec. 31, 2012
Related Party Transaction [Line Items] |  |  |
Base management fees | $ 2,160 | $ 1,289 |
Base management fees incurred but not yet paid | 2,160 |  | 2,037
Management [Member] |  |  |
Related Party Transaction [Line Items] |  |  |
Rate of management fees | 1.50% |  |
Period of termination | 180 days |  |
Period to be considered, for average annual base management fee | 24 months |  |
Current term of the Management Agreement expiration date | September 29, 2013 |  |
Base management fees | 2,160 | 1,289 |
Total expenses related to reimbursements | 226 | 233 |
Base management fees incurred but not yet paid | $ 2,160 |  | $ 2,037

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