Commitments and Contingencies (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Sep. 30, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Commitments and Contingencies [Abstract]
Outstanding letters of credit and performance bonds	$ 347.6	$ 289.8

Land Development Performance Obligations, Letters Of Credit And Performance Bonds

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