I know that an architect and a designer will be vital members of my team when tackling these types of projects, but I'm curious on the workflow involved when using them!

Although you are the investor and the PM is supposed to handle the daily duties, it is vital to keep your finger on the pulse of your assets.

Partners can be a vital part of any business, but you must choose them wisely.

I’ve decided to do nothing but educate myself in areas I feel will play a vital role in my long term development which is how I stumbled upon this forum.

Reading the CC&Rs is also vital and it looks like you've done that. 

Even if you are going to hire out all the work, I believe it's vital that you educate yourself in order to minimize the risk of getting ripped off.Depending on the answers to these questions, maybe a multi-unit is not the best way for you to start.

By leaving out vital information of what is required to effectively execute these methods like, TIME (we have over 900 hours invested and are far from the tipping point of success with this, we have the luxury of doing this full time most don't).

Now I am in a financial situation where I am ready to invest.I know from experience that networking as an entrepreneur/investor is vitally important.  

wandamou, yes persistency is vital.

Additionally, I have no background or professional experience in real estate so I am struggling with initiation and access to vital tools and resources.