Receivables and Other Assets - Amortization of Deferred Leasing and Financing Costs (Details) (Details) $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2019 USD ($)
Receivables and Other Assets [Abstract]
2020	$ 9,309
2021	8,450
2022	6,449
2023	4,075
2024	3,096
Thereafter	9,532
Total	$ 40,911

Other Assets Amortization Expense

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Amount of amortization expense expected to be recognized after the fifth fiscal year following the latest fiscal year for other assets.

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Amount of amortization expense expected to be recognized during the next fiscal year following the latest fiscal year for other assets.

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Amount of amortization expense expected to be recognized during the fifth fiscal year following the latest fiscal year for other assets.

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Amount of amortization expense expected to be recognized during the fourth fiscal year following the latest fiscal year for other assets.

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Amount of amortization expense expected to be recognized during the third fiscal year following the latest fiscal year for other assets.

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Amount of amortization expense expected to be recognized during the second fiscal year following the latest fiscal year for other assets.

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Receivables and Other Assets [Abstract]

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