Yes, the deed restrictions were given to all original homeowners at closing. We found out later that a lot of second owners were not told about this and that the realtor was not even required to tell them.
I'm assuming that you are saying that you asked the trustees about enforcing the rules and that they told you to contact 311. If you have a city code issue, that would be correct. Just in case you didn't know, you can contact them right from the website without having to make calls, wait on hold, be transferred, etc. Under the "Police & Safety" section---City of Columbus: 311, that link will take you directly there. Then just submit a service request. I've done it before and it really makes it much easier to resolve a problem. Plus you can do it on your time, without waiting and even request that they let you know the outcome of your request.
The Association is needed because M/I homes made the entrances, access lot and detention area our responsibility. All monies spent can be viewed under "Community Pages", then "Association Expenses".
You said your concerns were major problems. What were they?? Maybe we can start a discussion about those concerns and maybe get them resolved.