Commitments and Contingencies (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2013
Commitments and Contingencies
Amount of contingent payments for tenant improvements and leasing costs	$ 1.3
Amount of commitments for construction contracts, which is expected to be paid in next twelve months	$ 21.0

The amount of contingent payments for tenant improvements and leasing costs for the entity at date of balance sheet.

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Data Type:	xbrli:monetaryItemType
Balance Type:	credit
Period Type:	instant