Note 8 - Capitalization of Interest (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended	6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2013	Jun. 30, 2014	Jun. 30, 2013
Home Building Interest [Abstract]
Term Loan B Non Cash Interest Amortization	$ 1.0		$ 3.6
Capitalized Interest Transferred From Investments In Unconsolidated Joint Ventures To Inventories Owned	$ 2.1	$ 4.0	$ 2.1

Capitalized interest transferred from investments in unconsolidated joint ventures to inventories owned.

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