This paper presents a historical overview of the architectural and urban changes that Dubrovnik underwent from the 14th to the first half of the 19th century. The overview begins with the provisions of the Statute from 1272 and the Regulation from 1296. Construction activity intensified in the 15th and 16th century when Dubrovnik experienced a prosperity in maritime trade, which undoubtedly influenced the building of new buildings or the renovation of existing ones within the city. The great earthquake of 1667 damaged every building in the city and destroyed many of them. The authorities had to encourage private owners to build and renovate houses to ensure the city's survival, and since the Baroque style was prevalent in Europe at that time, Dubrovnik acquired many Baroque features. In the first decade of the 19th century, Dubrovnik was under French rule, during which many buildings were repurposed, and churches were desacralized. By the decision of the Congress of Vienna in 1815, the area of the former Republic became part of Austria. Despite the people's dissatisfaction, the Austrian authorities established a functional administration and repurposed buildings according to the needs of the city.