Intangibles - Amortization of Deferred Leasing Costs and Acquisition Related Intangibles (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018	Dec. 31, 2017
Intangibles
Depreciation and amortization expense related to amortization of lease-up intangibles	$ 148,509	$ 67,350	$ 76,732
Rental and related revenues related to amortization of net below market lease liabilities	$ 6,471	$ 5,253	$ 2,030

This element represents the additional expense from amortization of lease-up and non-compete agreement intangibles.

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Data Type:	xbrli:monetaryItemType
Balance Type:	debit
Period Type:	duration