Equity (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, except Share data, unless otherwise specified
3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2015
Mar. 31, 2014
Class of Stock [Line Items]    
Number of operating partnerships units converted into common shares (in units) 158,000 48,498
Common Shares    
Class of Stock [Line Items]    
Shares issued to the public (in units/ shares) 890,241  
Weighted average price per share of stock issued 30.29  
Net proceeds of stock issuance 26.6  
Commission costs 0.4  
Remaining capacity under ATM Plan 84.0  
Corporate Office Properties, L.P. | Common Shares    
Class of Stock [Line Items]    
Shares issued to the public (in units/ shares) 890,241