I have a print here that calls out 1" PVC buried 6" deep marked as "for future". From what I can tell, it is most likely for a sound system or some sort of PA. Would you consider that to fall under column 5 of table 300-5 (99 NEC) as "not more than 30-volts and installed with Type UF or in Other Identified Cable or Raceway"?
Would you argue the only way I could put it in is if it is called out for future irrigation or LV lighting?
This is just empty pipe, you can really put it anywhere they want but I would suggest they get off the extra bucks to put it down 18". Then their options are open "legally". You know if they need a line voltage circuit there they will use it anyway.