Alan120
When we bought 14 years ago, the place was a dream, unfortunately in recent years it has gone downhill. Although we pay a reasonable amount each year for the upkeep of our pool, lights, roads etc, I personally feel they arent kept up to standard. I dared to mention this to the'president', and was basically told to mind my business. This I feel is why she is digging her heels in regarding the paint job. I wont however back down, until I have too.
Good luck in getting a response from the powers that be, but I would say, as far as building works go, please be careful, as it is a minefield. Perhaps ask one of your resident neighbours if they can give you any information.
I do hope you can obtain some clarity, there is an AGM in August, not sure of the date, but someone around you will no, might be worth attending.
Good luck and enjoy your new home x