I don't really mind building codes...
after all, who wants their roof to cave in at the first snowstorm or blow off in the breeze. Like anything else, it can be taken to extremes. Just because I like a steak now and then doesn't mean I want a cow crammed down my throat.
Zoning laws have their place as well so long as they're not abused. Unfortunately, good intentions and busybodies have the tendency to abuse things.
