After reading it over I think any type of wall, floor, or ceiling: framed, block, poured, etc., is covered by the code language "concealed." After this discussion, I don't see any way codewise to require the 2" cover. As long as it's concealed it meets the code. I may not personally like it

, but technically it does meet the code.
If subject to physical damage in the eyes of the inspector, he could require Sch. 80, like you mentioned earlier.