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Vernacular architecture is mainly known for the use of local resources and technology of the region itself. Vernacular architecture being local, always supports the natural need of the environment with very less carbon footprint making the environment of the hill town calm. But today due to rapid urbanization and a drift towards modern resources, vernacular architecture is losing its identity. This loss is activating the zones which are already highly prone to various natural disasters and making the disaster occurrence frequent. The study area for this paper- Dharamshala, H.P. India is witnessing the shift from traditional development towards modern and quick development. Due to this, the excavations are increasing therefore the disaster-prone zones of Dharmshala are getting activated. Dharamshala being in zone 5 of seismic zones, is continuously witnessing earthquakes of various magnitudes. This paper aims to focus the switch back of modern construction to vernacular architecture (earthquake resistant), to have better and safe development.