Commitments and Contingencies (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Mar. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016
Commitments and Contingencies [Abstract]
Outstanding letters of credit and performance bonds	$ 69.8	$ 70.1

Land Development Performance Obligations, Letters Of Credit And Performance Bonds

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