War-time rent reductions

War-time rent reductions were measures implemented during wartime to make housing more affordable for affected populations. Governments or landlords temporarily lowered rent prices or reduced rent increases to ease financial burdens caused by economic instability, inflation, or labor shortages. These reductions aimed to support workers, military personnel, and civilians by ensuring they had access to reasonably priced housing amidst the disruptions of war. The practice helped sustain workforce stability and social cohesion during difficult times, often adjusting back to normal rates once the war concluded.