Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Parenthetical) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022 USD ($)
Liability for real estate additions	$ 1,232
Development fees \| Vornado
Liability for real estate additions	$ 3

Non-cash additions to real estate included in accounts payable and accrued expenses.

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