The transportation/engineering official shall have the authority to act upon and issue permits under the criteria set forth in section 8-3-6 of this chapter for the following types of encroachments:
A. Minor encroachments for objects or materials which are not affixed to real property, including, but not limited to, ornamentation, flower containers, and other encroachments not regulated by permits issued under chapter 2 of this title.
B. Other minor encroachments for a period not exceeding three (3) years, unless such encroachments require council approval under section 8-3-5 of this chapter. (1988 Code)