All fees, costs or charges assessed or incurred by the village pursuant to this chapter shall be a lien upon the real estate upon which the vacant structure is situated. The lien shall be superior to all other liens and encumbrances except real estate taxes. The village building and zoning officer shall file a notice of lien, within one year after such cost and expense is incurred, in the office of the Kane County recorder. The lien may be enforced by proceeding to foreclose, as in case of mortgages or mechanic's liens. (2013 Code §§ 11-2-3, 11-2-9)