Fill in the blank (_) in the following sentence from the following choices.
Sentence: Luke checked the laws about building a shed instead of a cottage, because the _ wouldn't pass zoning laws.

Choice 1: Luke checked the laws about building a shed instead of a cottage, because the cottage wouldn't pass zoning laws.
Choice 2: Luke checked the laws about building a shed instead of a cottage, because the shed wouldn't pass zoning laws.
Which of the choices is correct? Respond with only "1" or "2" and no additional text.
1
2.