Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies Impacts of COVID-19 Pandemic (Details) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2021 USD ($)
Revenue Recognition and Accounts Receivable [Abstract]
Collectibility adjustment	$ 14,800
Tenants with revenue recognized on a cash basis method	34.00%

Revenue Recognition and Accounts Receivable [Abstract]

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