It depends upon where you are and what rules apply. For example, in a U.S. Wilderness Area, you need a license, even if you're a government employee. Also, if you're using it to harvest ice for human consumption, you may need a health handling permit.
In general, however, you may need no more license than you would for any other internal-combustion yard equipment.
It depends where you are. Often your local council will regulate tree cutting.
My garden need remodeling. Do I need a permit for tree removal in California?
Yes, cutting down a tree will eventually kill the roots because they rely on the tree for nutrients and support.
Cutting a tree down does not necessarily kill its roots. The roots may still be alive and continue to grow even after the tree has been cut down.
Cutting down a tree will not necessarily kill the roots completely. Some roots may still survive and continue to grow, depending on the tree species and the extent of the cutting.
Felling
Cutting down a cypress tree can cause the knees to die because they are part of the tree's root system and rely on the tree for nutrients and water.
Cherry tree
cherry tree
You do not but the tree company that removes it should have a permit.
Plant 3 for every 1 tree you cut down
There is a tree near my house which is causing problems to my house and surrounding. Would like to kill this tree without cutting, i mean to make it dry first and then cutting it.