Commitments and Contingencies (Details) $ in Millions	Sep. 30, 2017 USD ($)
Commitments and Contingencies
Amount of commitments for re-leasing costs, recurring capital expenditures and non-recurring building improvements	$ 8.8
Amount of commitments for construction contracts, which is expected to be paid in next twelve months	$ 78.9

The amount of contingent payments for re-leasing costs, recurring capital expenditures and non-recurring building improvements.

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